BLASÉ Synonyms: 108 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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

blasé

adjective

variants also blase

Definition of blasé

as in nonchalant

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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

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Recent Examples of blasé Finally, after six seasons roaming the NBA wilderness, taking loss after loss after loss after loss, the Spurs have at last found winning to be blase. — Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Apr. 2026 His descent from Europa League final saviour to his current status, viewed by some as symbolic of the blase attitude that has led to Tottenham being in a relegation scrap for the first time since the 1990s, is well documented. — Elias Burke, New York Times, 19 Mar. 2026 But that blase attitude doesn’t extend to the more serious matter of dinero. — Dennis Harvey, Variety, 27 June 2025 At midday, with sporadic rain, many residents and visitors interviewed were somewhat blase about the danger. — Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2023

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After William and Kate were so nonchalant, staff turned to historical clippings about how to proceed, according to Myers.

— Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 22 July 2026
The nonchalant stadium style Victoria Beckham embraced while rooting for England’s national team was at times an attraction in itself.

— Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 19 July 2026

Definition of nonchalant

Adjective

One of the women interviewed by The Times was rightly disgusted at the treatment that Fifield had been subjected to, and came forward with even more details about her own encounter with Platner.

— Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2026
Davis becomes disgusted by Bill’s nonchalance and dismissiveness.

— Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

Definition of disgusted

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Staying cool doesn’t mean having to sacrifice style, and this merino wool dress is naturally temperature-regulating and has a breezy cap-sleeve silhouette that moves with you.

— Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2026
Blinx is a breezy, time manipulation 3D platformer and was Xbox’s original attempt at a cute mascot, and this was long before Voodoo Vince.

— Mitch Wallace, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of breezy

Adjective

With a red category, people can experience irritated eyes, nose or throat; coughing; chest tightness or shortness of breath.

— Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 19 July 2026
Once you’re finished, apply a fragrance-free moisturizer and avoid hot showers, tight clothing, and intense workouts for several hours if your skin feels irritated.

— Iman Balagam, Vogue, 17 July 2026

Definition of irritated

Adjective

Jack Loder, a clearly exasperated digital content producer for the Giants’ flagship station KNBR, posted a two-minute video on X shortly after the game that singled out Webb for criticism.

— Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
For a variety of reasons that weren’t immediately entirely clear, there was a comprehensive and fundamental breakdown in access to the stadium that left many exasperated or furious.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026

Definition of exasperated

Adjective

Beulah’s not delivering world-weary pronouncements, the way Beth does.

— Noel Murray, Vulture, 26 June 2026
The series effectively elevated the character beyond being viewed simply as Superman’s female counterpart, reimagining her as a more emotionally complex and world-weary hero still grappling with the trauma of Krypton’s destruction.

— Antonio Ferme, Variety, 23 June 2026

Definition of world-weary

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