Apathetic Definition & Meaning

apathetic
adjective
  1. showing little or no emotion or animation; "a woman who became active rather than apathetic as she grew older"
  2. marked by a lack of interest; "an apathetic audience"; "the universe is neither hostile nor friendly; it is simply indifferent"

"Apathetic" in song lyrics

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  • "Apathetic"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Apathy, Vinnie Paz — Speak Now
  • "fact your a sad bastard apathetic"
    Atherton f/ Whitney — Good Gone
  • "Freeze burnin' a slack apathetic"
    Hieroglyphics — Think Again

Usage tips for "apathetic"

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