Insouciance — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /in-ˈsü-sē-ən(t)s/ in·sou·ci·ance

Meaning & Definition of Insouciance

Insouciance (noun)

  1. lighthearted unconcern, nonchalance

Insouciance (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. lack of interest or concern

    "wandered into the meeting with complete insouciance to the fact that she was late"

    similar: apathy, casualness, complacence, disinterestedness, disregard, incuriosity, incuriousness, indifference, nonchalance, torpor, unconcern
    related: halfheartedness, lukewarmness, tepidity, tepidness, carelessness, heedlessness, recklessness, unawareness, lethargy, listlessness, aloofness, coldness, cool, detachment, dispassion, callosity, callousness, hard-heartedness, hardness, insensitivity, bloodlessness, impassiveness, impassivity, phlegm, stoicism, stolidity
    opposite: concern, interest, regard
    near: attention, attentiveness, awareness, conscientiousness, curiosity, heedfulness, keenness, sensitivity, warmheartedness, bias, partiality, prejudice, ardor, desire, fervency, passion, vehemence, warmth, zeal

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Insouciance

The most common words with a similar meaning to Insouciance:

apathy, casualness, complacence, disinterestedness, disregard, incuriosity, incuriousness, indifference, nonchalance, torpor, unconcern

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Insouciance

Words with the opposite meaning of Insouciance:

concern, interest, regard

Related Words for Insouciance

halfheartedness, lukewarmness, tepidity, tepidness, carelessness, heedlessness, recklessness, unawareness, lethargy, listlessness, aloofness, coldness, cool, detachment, dispassion, callosity, callousness, hard-heartedness, hardness, insensitivity, bloodlessness, impassiveness, impassivity, phlegm, stoicism, stolidity

Near Antonyms of Insouciance

attention, attentiveness, awareness, conscientiousness, curiosity, heedfulness, keenness, sensitivity, warmheartedness, bias, partiality, prejudice, ardor, desire, fervency, passion, vehemence, warmth, zeal

Word Forms of Insouciance

Derived words: insouciant (adjective), insouciantly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Insouciance

French, from in- + soucier to trouble, disturb, from Old French, from Latin sollicitare solicit

First known use: 1799

Frequently Asked Questions about Insouciance

What does "Insouciance" mean?

"Insouciance" means lighthearted unconcern, nonchalance. As a noun, it is defined as: lighthearted unconcern, nonchalance.

What is another word for "Insouciance"?

Other words for "Insouciance" include apathy, casualness, complacence, disinterestedness, disregard, incuriosity, incuriousness and indifference. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Insouciance" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Insouciance"?

There are 37 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Insouciance". Common alternatives include apathy, casualness, complacence, disinterestedness, disregard, incuriosity, incuriousness, indifference, nonchalance and torpor.

What is the opposite of "Insouciance"?

Antonyms of "Insouciance" include concern, interest and regard. Near antonyms include attention, attentiveness, awareness and conscientiousness.

How do you use "Insouciance" in a sentence?

Examples of "Insouciance" in a sentence: "wandered into the meeting with complete insouciance to the fact that she was late".

Is "Insouciance" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Insouciance" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Insouciance"?

"Insouciance" is pronounced /in-ˈsü-sē-ən(t)s/ and divided into syllables as in·sou·ci·ance.

What is the origin of the word "Insouciance"?

"Insouciance" comes from French, from in- + soucier to trouble, disturb, from Old French, from Latin sollicitare solicit. First known use: 1799.