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apathetically-produced

|a-path-e-tic-al-ly-pro-duced|

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/ˌæpəˈθɛtɪkli prəˈdjuːst/

indifferently created

Etymology
Etymology Information

'apathetically' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'apatheia,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'pathos' meant 'emotion.' 'Produced' comes from Latin, specifically the word 'producere,' where 'pro-' meant 'forward' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead.'

Historical Evolution

'apatheia' transformed into the English word 'apathy,' and eventually became 'apathetically' in modern English. 'Producere' transformed into the French word 'produire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'produce.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'apatheia' meant 'without emotion,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lack of interest or concern.' 'Producere' initially meant 'to lead forward,' but now means 'to create or generate.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

created or generated with a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

The apathetically-produced report failed to capture the audience's attention.

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Last updated: 2025/04/24 01:24