apathist

/ˈæpəθɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who shows or feels little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern; an apathetic person.

“The apathist voter stayed home on election day, not bothering to participate in the democratic process.”

2. noun

A person who rejects the idea of enthusiasm or idealism, often in a philosophical or literary context.

“The existentialist writer portrayed a disillusioned apathist wandering through a bleak, post-war cityscape.”

3. noun

A person who lacks strong emotions or feelings, especially in response to the problems of society.

“The activist criticized the apathist generation for failing to take action against social injustice.”

Synonyms

  • apathee
  • apatheist
  • disinterested

Antonyms

  • enthusiast
  • idealist
  • zealot