halfhearted

adjective

Meaning

Lacking enthusiasm, interest, or genuine commitment to a task or cause.

Examples

The team gave a halfhearted performance that resulted in a quick defeat.
She offered a halfhearted apology for being late, clearly not feeling any real regret.

Synonyms: lukewarm, tepid, indifferent, apathetic

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halfhearted

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌhæfˈhɑːrtɪd/

Definition

Lacking enthusiasm, interest, or genuine commitment to a task or cause.

Examples

The team gave a halfhearted performance that resulted in a quick defeat.
She offered a halfhearted apology for being late, clearly not feeling any real regret.
His halfhearted attempt to learn the language stopped after only two lessons.

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