# apathetically

**Pronunciation:** /ˌæpəˈθetɪkli/ · a-pa-THE-ti-cly

**CEFR level:** C1

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a way that shows no interest, enthusiasm, or emotion.

## Examples

- He responded apathetically when asked about his future plans.
- The crowd watched the performance apathetically, offering no applause.
- She went through the motions of her job apathetically, counting the minutes until quitting time.

## Synonyms

- uninterestedly — Lacking curiosity or concern.
- indifferently — Without showing any interest or concern, often implying a lack of care.
- listlessly — In a way that lacks energy or enthusiasm due to tiredness or sadness.
- unconcernedly — Without showing worry or interest, often implying a deliberate detachment.

## Antonyms

- enthusiastically — With great excitement and eagerness.
- passionately — With strong feelings or deep emotion.
- animatedly — In a lively and energetic way.

## Common patterns

- apathetically to — Showing no interest or emotion towards something. — He reacted apathetically to the criticism.

## Collocations

- respond apathetically — He responded apathetically to the news of his promotion.
- react apathetically — The students reacted apathetically to the teacher's engaging question.
- live apathetically — After the loss, she seemed to live apathetically, with no clear goals.

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