Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Enthusiasm

Apathy

The most appropriate antonym of the word enthusiasm is apathy.

• Enthusiasm means "a feeling of strong excitement and eagerness."
• Apathy means "lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern."

The other words do not have the same meaning as enthusiasm, so they are not its antonyms.

• Vehemence means "forcefulness or intensity."
• Zeal means "great enthusiasm or interest."
• Passion means "a strong feeling of intense or passionate love."