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  4. montrer de l'indifférence

montrer de l'indifférence

/mɔ̃.tʁe də l‿ɛ̃.di.fɛ.ʁɑ̃s/
to show indifference

Il a montré de l'indifférence face à mes excuses.

He showed indifference to my apologies.


general

To display a lack of interest, concern, or emotion toward someone or something.

Son indifférence m'a blessé.

His indifference hurt me.

Les manifestants ont montré de l'indifférence aux discours politiques.

The protesters showed indifference to political speeches.

This phrase is commonly used to describe a passive or detached attitude.

Collocations

montrer de l'indifférence enversto show indifference towardmontrer de l'indifférence face àto show indifference in the face of

Synonyms

faire preuve d'indifférencerester impassiblene pas se soucier

Antonyms

montrer de l'intérêts'intéresserse soucier

Related Phrases

faire preuve d'indifférencephrase
to demonstrate indifference
rester de marbreidiom
to remain unmoved

Pro Tip

Usage Context

This phrase is often used in emotional or social contexts to describe a lack of reaction or engagement.

Gold Rule

Formal vs. Informal

This phrase is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Word Origin

Derived from the verb 'montrer' (to show) and the noun 'indifférence' (indifference).

Usage Notes

This phrase is often used to criticize someone's lack of emotional response or engagement.

Word Breakdown

montrer
to show
verb
+
de l'indifférence
indifference
noun phrase
Dictionnaire Français-Anglais
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