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apathy Synonyms

Another word for apathy

Choosing another word for apathy depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern regarding things that others find moving or important.

Usage Example

"Widespread voter indifference resulted in the lowest election turnout in several decades."

Strongest
indifference
unconcern
Strong
passivity
listlessness
lethargy
lassitude
ennui
torpor
detachment
Weak
disinterest

• noun (Context 2)

Absence or suppression of passion, emotion, or excitement; stoic calm (especially in historical philosophy).

Usage Example

"Ancient Stoic philosophers viewed impassivity not as laziness, but as rational freedom from destructive passions."

Strongest
impassivity
Strong
stoicism
dispassion
insensibility
aloofness
phlegm
Weak
nonchalance

Opposites of apathy

The opposite of apathy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

enthusiasm
passion
interest
emotion
zeal
concern
eagerness
fervor
See all opposites of apathy

• Nearby Words

apartment
apathetic
apathetically
apathy
apatosaurus
ape
apelike

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Apathy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/apathy
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