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apathy

noun/ˈæp.ə.θi/

lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern

Synonyms

• indifference
• unconcern

Antonyms

• enthusiasm
• interest
• zeal

apathy in a sentence

Where it comes from

From Greek a- 'without' + pathos 'feeling'

Memory hook

A (not) + PATHY (feeling) — no feeling.

Word parts

• a/an — without/lack of
  apathy: a- (without) + pathy (feeling)
• path — feeling
  apathy: a- (without) + path (feeling)

Read it in context

• The Hearing Room Narrative

Practice apathy in the app

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