Indifférente (en. Indifferent)
[ɛ̃.di.fe.ʁɑ̃t]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who does not care about things, who is neutral.
She remains indifferent in the face of criticism.
Elle reste indifférente face aux critiques.
Who does not influence a decision or judgment.
This circumstance is indifferent to our choice.
Cette circonstance est indifférente à notre choix.
A person who shows little emotional involvement.
He has an indifferent attitude towards his surroundings.
Il a un comportement indifférent envers son entourage.
Etymology
From the Latin 'indifferens', meaning 'without difference'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
indifferent to happiness
Who does not care about the pursuit of happiness.
indifférent au bonheur
to have an indifferent attitude
To act without interest or commitment.
avoir une attitude indifférente
to be indifferent to something
To feel unconcerned about something.
être indifférent à quelque chose
Related Words
indifference
State of a person who is indifferent.
indifférence
apathy
Absence of interest or motivation.
apathie
neutrality
State of not taking sides.
neutralité
Slang Meanings
Not to care about it.
He doesn't care; he is indifferent.
Il s'en fiche, il est indifférent.
Cool, without pressure.
She takes life in an indifferent manner.
Elle prend la vie de manière indifférente.