Nonchalant

Pronunciation: /nɑnʃəˈlɑnt/

Definitions of nonchalant

adjective having an air of easy unconcern or indifference

Example Sentences

A1 She was nonchalant about missing the bus.

A2 He gave a nonchalant shrug when asked about his grades.

B1 The detective questioned the suspect, who remained nonchalant throughout the interrogation.

B2 Despite the impending deadline, she remained nonchalant and continued working steadily.

C1 The CEO's nonchalant attitude towards the company's financial troubles raised concerns among the board members.

C2 Even in the face of criticism, the artist maintained a nonchalant demeanor, confident in his work.

Examples of nonchalant in a Sentence

formal The CEO remained nonchalant during the board meeting, despite the challenging questions.

informal She acted all nonchalant when I asked her about the party, like it wasn't a big deal.

slang He was so nonchalant about the whole situation, like he didn't even care.

figurative Her nonchalant attitude towards her studies eventually caught up with her when she failed the exam.

Grammatical Forms of nonchalant

• past tense: was nonchalant
• plural: nonchalant
• comparative: more nonchalant
• superlative: most nonchalant
• present tense: is nonchalant
• future tense: will be nonchalant
• perfect tense: has been nonchalant
• continuous tense: is being nonchalant
• singular: nonchalant
• positive degree: nonchalant
• infinitive: to be nonchalant
• gerund: being nonchalant
• participle: nonchalant

Origin and Evolution of nonchalant

First Known Use: 1734 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'nonchalant' originated from the French word 'nonchalant', which is derived from the Old French word 'non' meaning 'not' and 'chalant' meaning 'heated' or 'excited'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who is unconcerned or indifferent, the word 'nonchalant' has evolved to also convey a sense of casualness or ease in demeanor.