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Meaning of halfhearted

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

halfhearted

Pronunciation:

adjective

Definitions

  1. Lacking full energy, effort, commitment, or resolve.

    Example: He made a half-hearted attempt to read the chapter before giving up and dozing off.

    Synonyms:lukewarm
  2. Lacking in heart or spirit; ungenerous; unkind.