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savvy
adjective
experienced, knowledgable, and well-informed
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- First recorded in 1775–85.
- From the Latin sapere, meaning “to be wise, taste.”
- Ultimately derived from the Spanish sabe, meaning “to know.”
EXAMPLES OF SAVVY
- The savvy investor knew exactly when to buy and sell stocks.
- You need a savvy approach to handle such a complex situation.
indolent
adjective
having or showing a disposition to avoid exertion; slothful
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- First recorded in 1655–65.
- Formed from the Latin in-3 + dolent-, (from dolēre, “to be painful, be in pain”); see dole2, -ent.
EXAMPLES OF INDOLENT
- The indolent cat spent most of the day lounging in the sun, barely moving from its spot.
- The company’s indolent response to customer complaints led to a decline in its reputation.
apathy
noun
absence or suppression of passion, emotion, or excitement
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- First recorded between 1595–1605.
- From the Greek apátheia, literally “insensibility to suffering,” from apathe-, “unfeeling.”
EXAMPLES OF APATHY
- The manager was frustrated by the team’s apathy, as no one seemed interested in meeting the project deadlines.
- Despite the severe weather warning, there was widespread apathy in the community, and few took precautions.
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