halfhearted
The word “halfhearted” has 3 syllables: half-heart-ed.
It's pronounced as /hæfˈhɑːrtɪd/.
What is synonym and antonym for halfhearted?
In the thesaurus, “halfhearted” has 7 synonyms and 16 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for halfhearted along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for halfhearted
- lackluster
- listless
- lukewarm
- neutral
- perfunctory
- tepid
- unenthusiastic
Antonyms for halfhearted
- ardent
- eager
- engaged
- enthusiastic
- exuberant
- fervid
- feverish
- hearty
- impassioned
- intense
- keen
- lively
- passionate
- vehement
- warm
- wholehearted
Meanings of halfhearted
- adjective
- Lacking full energy, effort, commitment, or resolve.
- Lacking in heart or spirit; ungenerous; unkind.
Example Sentences
- Despite his best efforts to appear enthusiastic, his smile was halfhearted at best.
- The team's performance suffered due to their halfhearted commitment to training.
- She made only a halfhearted attempt to apologize, her tone lacking sincerity.
- The audience responded with only a halfhearted applause, indicating their lukewarm reception to the performance.
- His halfhearted response to the crisis left his colleagues questioning his dedication to the project.
On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to halfhearted, such as: ardent, eager, engaged, enthusiastic, exuberant, fervid, feverish.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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