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    Displicencia (en. Indifference)

    /displiˈθenθja/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Attitude of contempt or disinterest towards what happens or what is said to one.
    Her displicence when listening to the complaints was evident.
    Su displicencia al escuchar las quejas fue evidente.
    Disdain or lack of attention towards others' opinions.
    The displicence she showed towards the criticism was out of place.
    La displicencia que mostró ante la crítica estaba fuera de lugar.
    Indifference that can result in a lack of kindness or courtesy.
    The displicence in his demeanor made others feel uncomfortable.
    La displicencia en su trato hizo que otros se sintieran incómodos.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'displicentia', which is derived from 'displicere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to act with displicence
    To show disdain or lack of interest in a situation.
    actuar con displicencia
    general displicence
    An indifferent attitude that is generally reflected in a group.
    displicencia general

    Related Words

    disinterest
    Lack of interest or curiosity.
    desinterés
    contempt
    Feeling that something or someone does not deserve attention.
    desprecio
    indifference
    Lack of interest or concern for something.
    indiferencia

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a relaxed, carefree state.
    Today I am feeling displicence, I don't plan to make an effort.
    Hoy estoy con displicencia, no pienso esforzarme.
    Not to take things seriously.
    His attitude was one of total displicence, as if nothing mattered to him.
    Su actitud era de total displicencia, como si nada le importara.