adj
halfhearted
Halfhearted (adj) means Done without much energy, effort or enthusiasm.
adj
1
Done without much energy, effort or enthusiasm.
"He made a halfhearted attempt to read the chapter before giving up and dozing off."
2
(old) Unkind or ungenerous.
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Etymology
Formed from half and hearted.
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What is the meaning of halfhearted?
"halfhearted" (adj) means done without much energy, effort or enthusiasm.
What is another word for halfhearted?
Other words for "halfhearted" include tepid, lukewarm.
What is the opposite of halfhearted?
The opposite of "halfhearted" is fervent.
What are the different meanings of halfhearted?
"halfhearted" has 2 main meanings: 1. Done without much energy, effort or enthusiasm; 2. (old) Unkind or ungenerous.
