CEFR C1
halfheartedly
Translation
気乗りしない様子で / 中途半端に / いい加減に
Meaning
Acting without enthusiasm, energy, or genuine interest. It implies that while you are performing an action, your heart is not fully in it.
Examples
- She halfheartedly agreed to the plan, clearly wishing she could stay home instead.
She halfheartedly agreed to the plan, clearly wishing she could stay home instead. - The team played halfheartedly in the second half, losing their early lead.
The team played halfheartedly in the second half, losing their early lead.