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halfhearted
adjective half·heart·ed \ˈhaf-ˈhär-təd, ˈhäf-\
: feeling or showing a lack of interest or enthusiasm
Full Definition of HALFHEARTED
: lacking heart, spirit, or interest
— half·heart·ed·ly adverb
— half·heart·ed·ness noun
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First Known Use of HALFHEARTED
15th century
Related to HALFHEARTED
- Synonyms
- tepid, lukewarm, uneager, unenthusiastic
- Antonyms
- eager, enthusiastic, hearty, keen, passionate, warm, wholehearted
Rhymes with HALFHEARTED
HALFHEARTEDNESS Defined for Kids
halfhearted
adjective half·heart·ed \ˈhaf-ˈhär-təd, ˈhäf-\
Definition of HALFHEARTED for Kids
: lacking enthusiasm or interest <halfhearted applause>
— half·heart·ed·ly adverb
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