Flippancy: meaning, definitions and examples
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flippancy
[ ˈflɪpənsi ]
in conversation
Lack of respect or seriousness; lightness or frivolity in behavior, especially in serious matters.
Synonyms
frivolity, impertinence, irreverence, levity
Examples of usage
- He replied with flippancy when asked about the company's financial situation.
- Her flippancy towards important issues often irritated her colleagues.
- The politician's flippancy during the debate did not sit well with the audience.
writing
A casual or offhand manner; lack of proper respect or seriousness.
Synonyms
carelessness, disrespect, insouciance, nonchalance
Examples of usage
- The author's flippancy in addressing the sensitive topic was criticized by reviewers.
- The professor did not appreciate the student's flippancy in class discussions.
Translations
Translations of the word "flippancy" in other languages:
🇵🇹 frivolidade
🇮🇳 उद्दंडता
🇩🇪 Leichtsinn
🇮🇩 kelancangan
🇺🇦 легковажність
🇵🇱 lekkomyślność
🇯🇵 軽薄
🇫🇷 frivolité
🇪🇸 frivolidad
🇹🇷 hafiflik
🇰🇷 경솔함
🇸🇦 طيش
🇨🇿 lehkovážnost
🇸🇰 ľahkomyseľnosť
🇨🇳 轻浮
🇸🇮 lahkomiselnost
🇮🇸 léttúð
🇰🇿 жеңілтектік
🇬🇪 მარტივობის
🇦🇿 yüngüllük
🇲🇽 frivolidad
Word origin
The word 'flippancy' originated from the Latin word 'flippantia', which means 'talkative' or 'chattering'. Over time, it evolved to describe a lack of seriousness or respect in behavior. The concept of flippancy has been discussed in various literary works and philosophical discussions, highlighting its impact on communication and relationships.
See also: flip, flippant, flippantly, flipper.