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Insouciance: meaning, definitions and examples

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insouciance

 

[ ɪnˈsuː.si.əns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

lack of concern

Insouciance is a noun that refers to a lack of concern or care, often demonstrated by a casual or carefree attitude. It is characterized by a lack of worry or anxiety about a situation or its possible outcomes. Insouciance can be seen as a form of indifference or nonchalance towards something.

Synonyms

carefreeness, indifference, nonchalance

Examples of usage

  • He faced the dangerous situation with insouciance, not showing any signs of fear.
  • Her insouciance towards the upcoming exam surprised her classmates.
Context #2 | Noun

casualness

Insouciance can also refer to a sense of casualness or ease in one's demeanor. It embodies a relaxed and unconcerned attitude towards formalities or conventions. Insouciance in this context suggests a laid-back approach to life or social interactions.

Synonyms

casualness, ease, nonchalance

Examples of usage

  • His insouciance in dressing for the party stood out among the guests.
  • The couple's insouciance towards societal expectations was refreshing.

Translations

Translations of the word "insouciance" in other languages:

🇵🇹 despreocupação

🇮🇳 बेपरवाही

🇩🇪 Sorglosigkeit

🇮🇩 ketidakpedulian

🇺🇦 безтурботність

🇵🇱 beztroska

🇯🇵 無頓着 (むとんちゃく)

🇫🇷 insouciance

🇪🇸 despreocupación

🇹🇷 kaygısızlık

🇰🇷 무관심 (mugwansim)

🇸🇦 اللامبالاة

🇨🇿 bezstarostnost

🇸🇰 bezstarostnosť

🇨🇳 无忧无虑 (wú yōu wú lǜ)

🇸🇮 brezskrbnost

🇮🇸 áhyggjuleysi

🇰🇿 алаңсыздық

🇬🇪 უმეცრება

🇦🇿 qayğısızlıq

🇲🇽 despreocupación

Etymology

The word 'insouciance' originated in French, derived from the Old French term 'soucier' meaning 'to trouble or care'. The prefix 'in-' was added to denote the opposite, resulting in 'insouciance' meaning 'lack of concern'. The term gained popularity in English in the 19th century, often used to describe a carefree or casual attitude.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,434 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.