Pococurante

Adjective

Definition: Indifferent or unconcerned; nonchalant.

Synonyms: Apathetic, Indifferent, Unconcerned, Blasé

Antonyms: Interested, Concerned, Attentive

Examples:

Despite the urgent situation, the pococurante politician didn't seem to care.
The pococurante student barely glanced at his test results.

Mnemonics:

Think of a person casually saying "Poco-cu-rante" as if they're shrugging off something.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "Pococurante" comes from the Italian phrase "poco curante" which translates to "little caring" or "not caring much." The word was introduced into the English language by French playwright Molière in his play "Les Femmes Savantes" (The Learned Ladies) in 1672.

Historical Usage:

Pococurante has been used in literature and conversation to describe individuals who are indifferent or apathetic towards things or situations.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

None found for this word.

Explanation:

While being nonchalant or casual can be characteristics of a pococurante person, it specifically refers to someone who is indifferent or unconcerned.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing pococurante with being nonchalant or casual.

Explanation:

While being nonchalant or casual can be characteristics of a pococurante person, it specifically refers to someone who is indifferent or unconcerned.