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HALFHEARTED

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Halfhearted.

How to pronounce halfhearted:

US

Halfhearted - as an adjective satellite

Feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm

Example: "A halfhearted effort"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
half-heartedlukewarmtepid

Halfhearted - as an adjective

Lacking full energy, effort, commitment, or resolve.

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

Lacking in heart or spirit; ungenerous; unkind.

Example Sentences

"He made a halfhearted attempt to apologize."
"The team's performance was lackluster and halfhearted."
"She gave a halfhearted smile as she accepted the award."
"His halfhearted attempt at cooking resulted in a burnt dinner."
"The teacher was unimpressed by the halfhearted effort put into the homework."
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Word Game Points

Is HALFHEARTED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, halfhearted is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HALFHEARTED has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is HALFHEARTED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, halfhearted is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HALFHEARTED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is HALFHEARTED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, halfhearted is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HALFHEARTED has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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