The Opposite(Antonym) of “enthusiastically”
The antonyms of enthusiastically are unenthusiastically and apathetically. The antonyms unenthusiastically and apathetically convey a lack of interest, excitement, or passion.
Explore all Antonyms of “enthusiastically”
Definitions and Examples of unenthusiastically, apathetically
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Without enthusiasm or eagerness; lacking interest or passion.
Example
She unenthusiastically agreed to attend the meeting, knowing it would be boring.
Without emotion or feeling; showing no interest or concern.
Example
He listened apathetically to the news, not reacting to any of the stories.
Key Differences: unenthusiastically vs apathetically
- 1Unenthusiastically implies a lack of enthusiasm or eagerness, while apathetically suggests a lack of emotion or feeling.
- 2Unenthusiastically is a gradable antonym, meaning it can be used in varying degrees, while apathetically is a complementary antonym, meaning it is either present or absent.
Effective Usage of unenthusiastically, apathetically
- 1Expressing Disinterest: Use unenthusiastically or apathetically to describe a lack of interest or passion.
- 2Describing Reactions: Use apathetically to describe a lack of emotional response to a situation.
- 3Comparing Degrees: Use unenthusiastically to compare varying degrees of enthusiasm or eagerness.
Remember this!
The antonyms of enthusiastically are unenthusiastically and apathetically. Unenthusiastically implies a lack of enthusiasm or eagerness, while apathetically suggests a lack of emotion or feeling. Use these words to express disinterest, describe reactions, and compare degrees of enthusiasm.
