half-hearted

adjective

UK/ˌhɑːfˈhɑː.tɪd/
US/ˌhæfˈhɑːr.t̬ɪd/

Definitions of half-hearted adjective

  1. lacking enthusiasm or commitment; showing a lack of interest or effort.

    • He made a half-hearted offer to resign.

    • She gave a half-hearted smile, not really feeling happy.

    • Their support for the project was half-hearted.