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
1. Lacking full energy, effort, commitment, or resolve.
2. 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.

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