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What is a synonyms for apathy?

Here are some synonyms for apathy, depending on the specific nuance you want to convey:

General lack of interest or emotion:

* Indifference

* Unconcern

* Disinterest

* Passivity

* Lethargy

* Numbness

* Coldness

* Detachment

More negative connotations:

* Alienation

* Callousness

* Insensitivity

* Stoicism

* Aloofness

* Disengagement

More specific connotations:

* Emotional apathy: Emotional detachment, emotional flatness, alexithymia

* Motivational apathy: Avolitia, amotivation, inertia

* Social apathy: Social withdrawal, isolation

The best synonym will depend on the specific context. Consider what you want to emphasize about the apathy, and choose the word that best reflects that meaning.

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