What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
apathetic
Example
She seemed apathetic towards the outcome of the game. [apathetic: adjective]
Example
He spoke in an apathetic tone, showing no emotion. [apathetic: adjective]
emotionless
Example
Even in the face of tragedy, she remained emotionless. [emotionless: adjective]
Example
His face was completely emotionless, giving no indication of his thoughts. [emotionless: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Apathetic is more commonly used than emotionless in everyday language. Apathetic is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while emotionless is less common and more specific in describing a complete lack of emotions.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between apathetic and emotionless?
Both apathetic and emotionless can be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, apathetic is more commonly used and may be considered slightly more formal than emotionless.
