nonchalantly

Meanings

• adverb

  Showing an unconcerned and calm indifference towards something, often in a casual or careless manner.

  - "He took the news nonchalantly."
  - "She walked nonchalantly through the party, sipping her drink."

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Rhymes

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haphazardly , unconcernedly , unpreparedly

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Variants

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nonchalantly

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Etymology

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From non- 'not' + chalance 'carelessness, levity' from Old French chalancer 'to shake, jolt, or jar'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'nonchalantly' first appeared in English in the late 16th century.

2. In French, 'chalancer' means 'to shake, jolt, or jar'. The opposite of 'chalancer' is 'calmer', which means 'to calm' or 'to quiet'.

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Related Concepts

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1. apathy: A lack of emotion, enthusiasm, or interest. Nonchalantly can be seen as a milder form of apathy, as it implies a certain level of calmness and indifference.

2. nonchalance: The quality of being nonchalant. It refers to a calm, carefree, and unconcerned attitude towards life and its challenges.

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Culture

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Nonchalantly is often used to describe a confident and relaxed demeanor, especially in social situations. It can also be used to suggest a lack of sincerity or insincerity. In literature, nonchalantly is used to portray characters who appear uninterested or unimpressed, even in important or dramatic situations.

How to Memorize "nonchalantly"

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   - Imagine a person who is not bothered by anything, no matter how important or dramatic the situation is. Visualize this person walking or speaking in a calm and relaxed manner.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Nonchalantly, I Never Care About Trivial Matters' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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