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as in nonchalant
having or showing a lack of interest or concern
people of conscience cannot be apathetic about the great suffering in this world
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as in stoic
not feeling or showing emotion
gave nothing more than an apathetic gaze to his interrogators
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Recent Examples of apathetic
Yes, large chunks of the fan base have tuned out and are feeling apathetic about this disappointing season.
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Harman Dayal, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Some become apathetic, seeing the problem as distant or abstract.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
The Vermont Senator, who was in California for an anti-oligarchy rally earlier in the day, encouraged the crowd to fight for the country, warning of the dire consequences the country faces if people remain apathetic.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 12 Apr. 2025
Rotations and close-outs often appeared apathetic or simply nonexistent.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 Apr. 2025
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Harman Dayal, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Some become apathetic, seeing the problem as distant or abstract.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
The Vermont Senator, who was in California for an anti-oligarchy rally earlier in the day, encouraged the crowd to fight for the country, warning of the dire consequences the country faces if people remain apathetic.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 12 Apr. 2025
Rotations and close-outs often appeared apathetic or simply nonexistent.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for apathetic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for apathetic
Adjective
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Throughout the book, ogling bystanders, nonchalant locals, and wannabes shooting their shot at stardom all add to the surrealist spectacle.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
23 May 2025
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Over the seasons, Tamburini has been offering sleek and sophisticated designs, yet with a modern touch, fluid shapes and a sort of nonchalant attitude.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
21 May 2025
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As the Gilead flag burns, June is stoic amid the celebrating Mayday forces.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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Set in and around Marseilles, this wild, weird body horror film centers on the seemingly stoic Alexia (Agathe Rousselle).—
Gráinne O'Hara Belluomo,
Footwear News,
26 May 2025
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Reviewers raved about its flattering fit and versatile styling—wear the pieces together with gold accessories, or mix in basics like a white tee or denim jacket for more casual looks.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
26 May 2025
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Our expert, Tim Gideon gave it a solid review and called it a strong pick for casual, everyday use.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
26 May 2025
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He isn’t disgusted by sexuality, just innocent and uninterested.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2025
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And very worried about our children who seem incapable and uninterested in supporting themselves.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2025
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“Apathetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apathetic. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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