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gleichgültig — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • blase name A male given name from Latin.
  • casual adj Relaxed and informal, especially in style, manner, or dress.
  • impervious adj Not affected or bothered by something, such as criticism or emotion.
  • indifferent adj Having no particular interest, concern, or preference.
  • lackadaisical adjective Lacking energy, care, or determination; doing something in a half-hearted and casually careless way.
  • nonchalant adjective Calm, relaxed, and seemingly unbothered by something that might normally cause concern.
  • unconcerned adj Showing no interest or worry about something.
  • unresponsive adj Not reacting or responding, especially to stimulation, treatment, or attempts at contact.

Senses

gleichgültig is used for these senses in English:

  • blasé Unimpressed with something because of overfamiliarity.
  • casual Careless.
  • impervious Unaffected or unable to be affected by something.
  • lackadaisical Showing no interest, vigor, determination, or enthusiasm.
  • nonchalant Indifferent; unconcerned; behaving as if detached.
  • unconcerned Indifferent and having no interest; aloof.
  • unresponsive Indifferent or apathetic; emotionless.

casual — full definition

  1. adj Relaxed and informal, especially in style, manner, or dress.
  2. adj Happening occasionally or without a fixed pattern; not regular or permanent.
  3. noun A worker employed irregularly rather than as a permanent staff member.

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