apathy
3 synonyms and 6 antonyms for apathy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A lack of interest, enthusiasm, or emotion about something.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use apathy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
voter apathy
general apathy
a wave of apathy
Etymology
From Greek apatheia, "without suffering" — built from a- ("not") plus pathos ("feeling").
Full origin of apathy →Frequently asked questions
What does “apathy” mean?
The word “apathy” means a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or emotion about something. In plain terms, not caring — feeling flat, uninterested, or unmoved about something most people would react to.
How do you pronounce “apathy”?
“Apathy” is pronounced A-puh-thee (/ˈæ.pə.θi/ in IPA).
How do you use “apathy” in a sentence?
Here is “apathy” used in a sentence: “Voter apathy meant only a third of the town bothered to show up.”
What is the opposite of “apathy”?
The opposite of “apathy” — its antonyms — are concern, enthusiasm, interest, excitement and passion.
What part of speech is “apathy”?
“Apathy” is a noun.
Where does the word “apathy” come from?
The word “apathy” comes from Greek. From Greek apatheia, "without suffering" — built from a- ("not") plus pathos ("feeling").
Is “apathy” a common word?
“Apathy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
