die Gleichgültigkeit
Translation
indifference, apathy, nonchalance
Examples
Seine Gleichgültigkeit verletzt mich.
His indifference hurts me.
Gleichgültigkeit gegenüber der Politik ist gefährlich.
Indifference towards politics is dangerous.
Grammar Patterns
indifference ((towards sb./sth.)) indifference towards sb./sth. His indifference towards the project is obvious.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Apathie (apathy), Desinteresse (disinterest); Antonyms: Interesse (interest), Engagement (engagement)
Etymology
From 'gleich' (same) + 'gültig' (valid) + '-keit' (quality). The idea that all things are 'equally valid', leading to the sense that nothing matters.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone saying 'It's all the same (gleich) to me, it's all equally valid (gültig).' This attitude is indifference.