half-hearted

[US]/ˌhɑːfˈhɑːtɪd/
[UK]/ˌhæfˈhɑːrtɪd/

Translation

adj.showing lack of enthusiasm or effort; not sincere or fully committed; careless or inattentive

Phrases & Collocations

half-hearted attempt

half-hearted effort

half-hearted support

half-hearted response

half-hearted apology

being half-hearted

half-hearted smile

half-hearted praise

half-hearted welcome

half-hearted gesture

Example Sentences

he gave a half-hearted apology after being caught lying.

the team's half-hearted effort resulted in a disappointing loss.

she offered a half-hearted smile, clearly not enjoying the party.

his half-hearted support for the project was unhelpful.

i gave a half-hearted attempt at cleaning my room.

the politician delivered a half-hearted speech to a small crowd.

she gave a half-hearted response to my question.

he showed a half-hearted interest in learning a new language.

the half-hearted agreement didn't satisfy either side.

it was a half-hearted invitation, so i didn't go.

they offered a half-hearted solution to the complex problem.

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