English adjective: blase | |||
1. | blase very sophisticated especially because of surfeit; versed in the ways of the world | ||
Samples | The blase traveler refers to the ocean he has crossed as `the pond'. The benefits of his worldly wisdom. | ||
Synonyms | worldly | ||
Similar | sophisticated | ||
Antonyms | naif, naive | ||
2. | blase uninterested because of frequent exposure or indulgence | ||
Samples | His blase indifference. A petulant blase air. The bored gaze of the successful film star. | ||
Synonyms | bored | ||
Similar | uninterested | ||
Antonyms | interested | ||
3. | blase nonchalantly unconcerned | ||
Samples | A blase attitude about housecleaning. | ||
Similar | unconcerned | ||
Antonyms | concerned | ||