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apathetic

/æp.əˈθɛt.ɪk/ · a.path.e.tic
adjective
  1. Void of feeling; not susceptible of deep emotion. She seemed apathetic to the news of her friend's engagement.
  2. Of, or pertaining to apatheism. The philosopher's apathetic worldview was a subject of debate among his peers.
Did you know? The concept of apatheia has been explored in various philosophical traditions, including Stoicism, where it is seen as a desirable state of being free from negative emotions.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 2 lookups Added Jul 23, 2026