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Word: Nonchalant
Speech Type: Adjective
Etymology:
mid 18th century: from French, literally ‘not being concerned’, from the verb nonchaloir
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈnɒnʃəl(ə)nt
Dialects: British English
Definition:
(of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm
Short Definition:feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed
Examples:- she gave a nonchalant shrug
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