Half-hearted

adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Alternative form of halfhearted. alt-of, alternative
Adjective
  1. 1
    feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm wordnet

Synonyms

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halfheartedlukewarmtepid

Example

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"Half-hearted cutbacks that can't save money leave JAL's rehabilitation in doubt."

Related phrases

half-heartedness

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