adjective
apathisch
apathetic
The German word "apathisch" is an adjective that means "apathetic" or "indifferent." It is derived from the Greek roots "a-" meaning "without" and "pathos" meaning "feeling" or "emotion."
Similar words in German include:
- "teilnahmslos" (uninterested, unresponsive)
- "gefühllos" (numb, unfeeling)
- "gleichgültig" (indifferent)
Differences:
- "Teilnahmslos" specifically implies a noticeable lack of active interest or participation.
- "Gefühllos" emphasizes a lack of emotional response, often implying a deeper disconnection.
- "Gleichgültig" generally indicates indifference towards varied circumstances without the nuanced connotation of emotional detachment that "apathisch" holds.
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Examples
Der Schüler wirkt heute apathisch.adjective
The student seems apathetic today.
Er scheint apathisch zu sein.adjective
He seems to be apathetic.
Er ist in letzter Zeit sehr apathisch.adjective
He has been very apathetic lately.
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