nonchalant
/ˌnɑːnʃəˈlɑːnt/
non · cha · lant
ˌnɑːn · ʃə · ˈlɑːnt
English Definition
adj. relaxed and calm
Significado en Español
despreocupado, indiferente
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
thờ ơ, lãnh đạm
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
non(not)+chalant(enthusiastic)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “nonchalant”: Despite the loud noises outside, Angela remained ___, unfazed by the commotion.
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A
agitated
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B
indifferent
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C
excited
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D
nervous
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B — indifferent.
“nonchalant” means adj. relaxed and calm
Common questions about “nonchalant”
What does “nonchalant” mean?
nonchalant — adj. relaxed and calm. In Chinese: 漠不关心的.
How do you pronounce “nonchalant”?
nonchalant is pronounced /ˌnɑːnʃəˈlɑːnt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: non · cha · lant.
Is “nonchalant” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. nonchalant appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “nonchalant”?
non(not)+chalant(enthusiastic)
