halfhearted

adjective

ˈhaf-ˈhär-təd How to pronounce halfhearted (audio)
Definition of halfheartednext
as in tepid
showing little or no interest or enthusiasm a halfhearted attempt to clean the house before the arrival of the in-laws

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for halfhearted
  1. tepid
  2. neutral
  3. unenthusiastic
  4. lukewarm
Adjective
  • The law has been in effect since December 2021, but the Biden administration has been tepid in its enforcement of the law.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Despite these sets of production trims and ongoing conflict threatening the hydrocarbon-rich Middle Eastern region, global oil prices have remained subdued for the better part of this year, under pressure from a tepid demand outlook.
    Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of tepid
Adjective
  • Use neutral, factual language to ensure the message remains honest and unbiased.
    Tina Gada, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
  • What constitutes the neutral rate has been a key point of debate in recent months, and Lagarde said Thursday that while it had not been discussed at the December meeting, staff saw it between 1.75% and 2.5%.
    Jenni Reid, CNBC, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of neutral
Adjective
  • The audience's energy did not match that of the Spitz's younger fanbase, and the two young girls who attempted crowd surfing were met with folks unenthusiastic about keeping them in the air.
    Mars Salazar, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Higher borrowing costs and demand slowed by inflation led to an unenthusiastic future guidance.
    JJ Kinahan, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
Definition of unenthusiastic
Adjective
  • To clean fabric items like clothing or table linens, mix a solution of 1 quart lukewarm water, 1/2 tsp.
    Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Create the Washing Solution Fill a sink or plastic tub with tepid or lukewarm water.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of lukewarm
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