blasé

variants also blase

Synonym Chooser

How does the adjective blasé differ from other similar words?

The words sophisticated and worldly-wise are common synonyms of blasé. While all three words mean "experienced in the ways of the world," blasé implies a lack of responsiveness to common joys as a result of a real or affected surfeit of experience and cultivation.

blasé travelers who claimed to have been everywhere

When is it sensible to use sophisticated instead of blasé?

The meanings of sophisticated and blasé largely overlap; however, sophisticated often implies refinement, urbanity, cleverness, and cultivation.

guests at her salon were usually rich and sophisticated

When might worldly-wise be a better fit than blasé?

While the synonyms worldly-wise and blasé are close in meaning, worldly-wise suggests a close and practical knowledge of the affairs and manners of society and an inclination toward materialism.

a worldly-wise woman with a philosophy of personal independence

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of blasé Trump, though, seems a bit more blase on the topic. Joshua Keating, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018 At midday, with sporadic rain, many residents and visitors interviewed were somewhat blase about the danger. Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2023 The blase attitude is not uncommon in Kyiv, where many residents appear to be confronting the prospect of an enemy at the gates with a mix of stoicism and resignation, if not outright bewilderment at the presence of so many foreigners asking darkly about imminent conflict. Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2022 Regular high tides elicit a blase response from Venetians, who are accustomed to lugging around rubber boots at every flood warning, and delight from tourists, fascinated by the sight of St. Mark’s golden mosaics and domes reflected in rising waters. Colleen Barry, Anchorage Daily News, 20 Oct. 2021 Perhaps they are blase about parasites because of their protection. Carl Zimmer, Discover Magazine, 23 Feb. 2012 Within the Astros' organization, Tucker is renowned for his makeup — an uber-poised, almost blase demeanor with which he's accepted his position and prestige. Chandler Rome, Houston Chronicle, 8 July 2018 In their locker room the colors of mildew, chlorine and athlete’s foot (Angrette McCloskey did the spot-on set), Brigham’s Amy initially seems the classic cool kid, all aggressive unconcern peppered with a few blase cruelties. Lily Janiak, San Francisco Chronicle, 31 May 2018 In Manzie's opinion, the lack of attendance at Hank Aaron Stadium isn't indicative of a blase fan base. John Sharp, AL.com, 30 Jan. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blasé
Adjective
  • The nonchalant nature of the talking stage can also shield individuals from rejection.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Among the many characters in the mural are: a gray cat perched in a tree; a white-and-black dog digging excitedly in the grass; a nonchalant orange cat lounging without a care; a dachshund mid-chase after a ball; and a black cat leaping into the air, back arched in dramatic flair.
    Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Comments ranged from disgusted to impressed, and many shared their own theories about how the chopping board ended up stuck to the wall.
    Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Roach called for a rematch afterward, disgusted that he was not credited with the knockdown in the ninth round.
    Brian Mahoney, Baltimore Sun, 2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Colossal’s cavalier plans to use captive elephants as surrogates for mammoth calves illustrate an old problem in modern wildlife conservation: indifference towards individual animal suffering.
    Nitin Sekar, ArsTechnica, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Among some Republicans, there is also an element of trepidation about the political impact of Musk’s cavalier approach.
    Niall Stanage, The Hill, 25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Michelle is annoyed that Suzie didn’t switch it up enough, for example.
    Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Sometimes, political leadership requires uncommon courage, especially when faced with annoyed and embarrassed constituents, caught and fined for driving recklessly.
    John Seng, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Matching loungewear sets for your days off, breezy spring layers like button-up shirts and sweaters, flare jeans that serve as good everyday pants, and more — get them below from just $39.
    Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 1 Apr. 2025
  • It is made from midweight French terry and offers just enough warmth for chilly plane cabins or breezy spring mornings.
    Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The overstressed tissue, either along your arch or right next to your heel, can then sustain tiny tears and become irritated, inflamed, and painful.
    Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 4 Apr. 2025
  • However, when the body is dehydrated, the vocal cords are more likely to become irritated and there is a higher risk of injury.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • After the Miami Heat dropped its 10th straight game, an exasperated Bam Adebayo implored his Heat teammates to continue pushing amid the team’s longest losing streak since 2008.
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
  • There’s an exasperated receptionist and many indifferent bystanders, but even as Mina escalates the confrontation, guards and wardens barely bat an eye.
    Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Their take on the character was not a newcomer to heroics, but a jaded, world-weary figure in his mid-40s.
    Shania Russell, EW.com, 25 Mar. 2025
  • In the verses, Bradley Cooper and Gaga’s lyrics and vocal lines are mirrored — two world-weary cynics serenading each other.
    Kristen S. Hé, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025

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“Blasé.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blas%C3%A9. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

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