apathy

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• IPA ^(key): /æ.pə.θi/

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Noun

Singular apathy

Plural apathies

1. (uncountable) Apathy is a lack of interest in something.
   • Synonym: disinterest
   • Antonym: caring

   He showed apathy by not completing the tasks that were assigned to him by his boss.

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