nonchalance

Dictionary: non·cha·lance (nŏn'shə-läns') pronunciation

n.
Casual lack of concern: "The contemptuous nonchalance of her trailed hand irritated him" (Elizabeth Bowen).

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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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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: the trait of remaining calm and seeming not to care; a casual lack of concern
Synonyms: unconcern, indifference

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