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    Indifférence (en. Indifference)

    /ɛ̃.di.fɛ.ʁɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    State of not caring about something.
    His indifference to the problems of others is shocking.
    Son indifférence face aux problèmes des autres est choquante.
    Lack of emotion or passion.
    The indifference of the crowd was palpable during the event.
    L'indifférence de la foule était palpable lors de l'événement.
    Inertia to react or take a stand.
    This indifference can have serious consequences.
    Cette indifférence peut avoir des conséquences graves.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'indifferentia', which means 'absence of difference' or 'neutrality'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    indifference harms
    A lack of interest can cause relational problems.
    l'indifférence nuit
    to be indifferent
    To be without emotion or concern in the face of a situation.
    avoir de l'indifférence

    Related Words

    indifferent
    One who does not show interest or preference.
    indifférent
    apathetic
    One who lacks energy or enthusiasm.
    apathique
    insensitive
    One who does not feel or show emotions.
    insensible

    Slang Meanings

    Not to care about it.
    He really has an attitude of indifference towards his studies.
    Il a vraiment une attitude d'indifférence envers ses études.
    To be detached.
    Showing indifference to problems is being cool.
    S'afficher comme indifférent aux problèmes, c'est être cool.