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halfhearted
[ haf-hahr-tid, hahf- ]
adjective
- having or showing little enthusiasm:
a halfhearted attempt to work.
Synonyms: perfunctory, cool, cold, uninterested, indifferent
Antonyms: enthusiastic
Other Words From
- halfhearted·ly adverb
- halfhearted·ness noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of halfhearted1
Example Sentences
Let your relative choose the latest halfhearted Hallmark movie clone?
But the filmmakers only halfheartedly commit to exploring these emotions, reducing her feelings to a plot twist inserted to supply a bit of conflict.
A few brief, halfhearted laughs gave way to stale air, where the jest hung heavily as the group took mental stock of my presence.
The governor’s press office posted a notice suggesting that Musk’s departures from California were only halfhearted.
Samir took a few halfhearted steps in chase, but the camel surprised everyone with its sudden vigor.
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