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faire preuve d'indifférence

/fɛʁ pʁœv dɛ̃.di.fɛ.ʁɑ̃s/
phrase★Intermediate— to show indifference
formalinformal

To display or demonstrate a lack of interest, concern, or emotional response toward something or someone.

Son attitude froide faisait preuve d'indifférence totale.

His cold attitude showed complete indifference.

Malgré les compliments, elle a fait preuve d'indifférence.

Despite the compliments, she showed indifference.

💡

This phrase is commonly used to describe a deliberate or passive lack of engagement or emotional reaction.

Collocations

faire preuve de courageto show couragefaire preuve de patienceto show patience

Synonyms

montrer de l'indifférencerester indifférentne pas se soucier

Antonyms

montrer de l'intérêts'engagerse soucier

Related Phrases

rester de marbreidiom
to remain unmoved
ne pas broncherphrase
to not flinch

💡Pro Tip

Contextual Nuance

While 'faire preuve d'indifférence' can describe a passive lack of interest, it can also imply a deliberate choice to ignore or dismiss something, depending on the context.

⚡Gold Rule

Avoid Misinterpretation

Do not confuse this phrase with 'être indifférent,' which describes a state of being indifferent. 'Faire preuve d'indifférence' specifically refers to the act of demonstrating this state through behavior.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the verb 'faire' (to do/make), 'preuve' (proof), and 'indifférence' (indifference). The phrase emphasizes demonstrating a state of indifference through actions or behavior.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often used to describe emotional detachment or a lack of reaction to external stimuli.

Word Breakdown

faire
to do/make
verb
+
preuve
proof or evidence
noun
+
indifférence
indifference
noun
Dictionnaire Français-Anglais

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