I believe the same can be said of people who shrug and say, "Well, whatever."
Except...
"Whatever" is usually said after someone has disagreed with the original speaker's attitude, opinion or belief.  As such, it's lazy and dismissive; almost an admission that the other person is correct.
#1: I think Comey is disgusting, sharing details of his conversation with Trump.
#2: Others think he had a duty to do so in the interests of his country.
#1: Well, whatever...