noun
1.
lack of emotional responsiveness
hid her sorrow behind a dull brooding apathy
Synonyms: impassivity, insensibility, phlegm, stoicism, stolidity, unresponsiveness
Related Word: inertness, passivity, supineness; aloofness, detachment, indifference, unconcern; lethargy, torpidity, torpor; listlessness, numbness, stupefaction, stupor
Contrasted words: ardor, fervor, passion, responsiveness, warmth; alertness, awareness, concern, solicitude
Antonyms: zeal; enthusiasm
2.
lack of interest or concern
public apathy toward the school crisis
Synonyms: disinterest, disregard, heedlessness, indifference, insouciance, lassitude, lethargy, listlessness, unconcern, unmindfulness
Related Word: callousness, hardness, insensitivity, obduracy, unawareness; coldness, halfheartedness, lukewarmness; calmness, dispassion, dispassionateness
Contrasted words: attentiveness, concern, heedfulness, interest; awareness, mindfulness, sensitivity, solicitude; ardency, fervency, passion, warmth, zeal