Nonchalance

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Pronunciation: /nɑːnʃəlɑːns/

Definitions of nonchalance

noun a state of being calm, casual, and unconcerned

Example Sentences

A1 She showed nonchalance when she found out she failed the test.

A2 His nonchalance in the face of danger surprised everyone.

B1 The detective's nonchalance helped him stay calm during the interrogation.

B2 Her nonchalance towards criticism made her seem aloof.

C1 The politician's nonchalance in handling the scandal was seen as arrogance by the public.

C2 Despite the chaos around him, he maintained a sense of nonchalance that was admirable.

adjective showing a lack of concern or indifference

Example Sentences

A1 She showed nonchalance when faced with a difficult situation.

A2 His nonchalance towards his responsibilities often caused problems at work.

B1 The detective's nonchalance in the face of danger unnerved his colleagues.

B2 Despite the seriousness of the situation, she maintained a sense of nonchalance.

C1 His nonchalance in the midst of chaos was both impressive and unsettling.

C2 The actor's nonchalance on stage belied the intense preparation and dedication behind his performance.

Examples of nonchalance in a Sentence

formal Her nonchalance in the face of adversity was both impressive and concerning.

informal I envy her ability to handle difficult situations with such nonchalance.

slang He strutted into the room with a level of nonchalance that made everyone turn heads.

figurative The artist painted with such nonchalance that it seemed as if the brush moved on its own.

Grammatical Forms of nonchalance

past tense

nonchalanced

plural

nonchalances

comparative

more nonchalant

superlative

most nonchalant

present tense

nonchalance

future tense

will nonchalance

perfect tense

has nonchalanced

continuous tense

is nonchancing

singular

nonchalance

positive degree

nonchalant

infinitive

to nonchalant

gerund

nonchancing

participle

nonchanced

Origin and Evolution of nonchalance

First Known Use: 1678 year
Language of Origin: French
Story behind the word: The word 'nonchalance' originated from the French word 'nonchalant', which is derived from the Old French word 'nonchaloir' meaning 'to disregard or be indifferent'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'nonchalance' has evolved to convey a sense of casual indifference or lack of concern.