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(non-cha-lance) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. the state of being nonchalant; an attitude of calmness and indifference, often in a situation where one might expect concern or anxiety.

Example Sentence

The student's nonchalance towards the test concerned the teacher.

More Example Sentences

His nonchalance in the face of danger surprised everyone around him.

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Rhymes

  • cronce
  • gonce
  • hans
  • honse
  • ponce
  • schronce
  • sconc
  • sconce
  • scronce
  • yonce

  • ensconce
  • reponse
  • response

  • lesperance
  • nonchalance
  • renaissance
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