nonchalance

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(nŏn'shə-läns') pronunciation
n.
Casual lack of concern: "The contemptuous nonchalance of her trailed hand irritated him" (Elizabeth Bowen).


Fowler's Modern English Usage:

nonchalance, nonchalant

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These are pronounced as English words, i.e. non-chǝ-lǝns and non-chǝ-lǝnt.

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Definition: calmness
Antonyms: anxiety, concern

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IN BRIEF: n. - The trait of remaining calm and seeming not to care.

Tutor's tip: This word was used in the 2006 Scripps National Spelling Bee finals.

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Why Does Herr R. Run Amok? (1970 Drama Film)