D'indifférence (en. Of indifference)

dɛ̃.dif.eʁɑ̃s

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Lack of interest or concern for something.
His indifference to the situation was confusing.
Son indifférence face à la situation était déroutante.
State of apathy or disinterest.
The public's indifference during the meeting was striking.
L'indifférence du public lors de la réunion était frappante.

Etymology

From the Latin 'indifferentia', meaning 'absence of interest'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

show indifference
To demonstrate a lack of interest or emotion.
montrer de l'indifférence
live in indifference
Existence without caring about events or others.
vivre dans l'indifférence
be indifferent to something
Not having an opinion or interest on a given subject.
être indifférent à quelque chose

Related Words

indifferent
Showing neither interest nor emotion.
indifférent
indifferently
Without preference or distinction.
indifféremment
undifferentiated
That is not distinguished or is uniform.
indifférencié

Slang Meanings

It's all the same.
For him, it's all the same; he remains in his indifference.
Pour lui, c'est du pareil au même, il reste dans son indifférence.
To have a heart of stone.
She really has a heart of stone; her indifference is incredible.
Elle a vraiment le cœur en pierre, son indifférence est incroyable.