n. Function: noun
1 lack of emotional responsiveness FF1C; hid her sorrow behind a dull brooding apathy FF1E;
Synonyms: impassivity, insensibility, phlegm, stoicism, stolidity, unresponsiveness
Related Words: 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 FF1C; public apathy toward the school crisis FF1E;
Synonyms: disinterest, disregard, heedlessness, indifference, insouciance, lassitude, lethargy, listlessness, unconcern, unmindfulness
Related Words: 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