nonchalance

[non-shuh-lahns, non-shuh-lahns, -luhns]

noun

1. the state or quality of being nonchalant; cool indifference or lack of concern; casualness.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonchalance¹

From French, dating back to 1670–80; nonchalant, -ance

Example Sentences

With chilling nonchalance, Victor observes the start of a hairline fracture that will eventually produce a painful crack.

From Salon

“Jurassic World Rebirth” is Bailey’s first leading role in a film of this size, but you wouldn’t know that by the nonchalance he wears it with.

From Salon

"For me, it's the nonchalance. She picked up some great areas, gets on the ball, takes a shot and it just looks so easy for her."

From BBC

She meets Sorrentino’s demanding direction with a game nonchalance — so much staring at the lens!

From Los Angeles Times

Ross glided through her set of Motown oldies and disco bangers with the airy nonchalance she’s been emanating for decades.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• casualness www.thesaurus.com
• indifference 
• insouciance