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Apathie — meaning in English

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English meaning

acedia noun A deep lack of energy or interest in life, often leading someone to neglect their duties and feel restless or low.
apathy noun A lack of interest, enthusiasm, or emotion about something.
ennui noun A weary, dissatisfied boredom that comes from having nothing that feels worth doing.

Senses

Apathie is used for these senses in English:

acedia Apathy; a lack of care or interest; indifference.
apathy Lack of emotion or motivation; lack of interest or enthusiasm towards something; disinterest (in something).
ennui A gripping listlessness or melancholia caused by boredom; depression.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

Acedia Faulheit Todsünde Todsünden Trägheit Dumpfheit Gleichgültigkeit Leidenschaftslosigkeit Mattigkeit Phlegma Langeweile Depression