nonchalantly

In relaxed manner

Nonchalantly means in a casually unconcerned or indifferent manner, as if something requires no special attention or effort: She nonchalantly tossed the keys on the counter.

The word often suggests studied coolness—appearing relaxed even when circumstances might warrant more reaction: He nonchalantly mentioned he'd won the lottery.

indifferent

casually

In an informal way

aloof · disinterested · unmoved · blasé · insouciant · impassive · dispassionate · uncaring · uninterested · stoic

effortless

smoothly

Without friction or difficulty

fluidly · easily · lightly · airily · loosely · deftly · flawlessly · poised · unforced · unhurried

feigned

pretending

Simulating what isn't real

faking · dissembling · affecting · disguising · composure · poker-faced · studied · deliberately · calculated · performatively

Opposites
emotional intensity/engagement

nonchalantlypassionately

With intense emotion

eagerly · excitedly · enthusiastically · fervently · ardently

anxiety/worry

nonchalantlyanxiously

In a worried manner

nervously · apprehensively · worriedly · fearfully · fretfully

effort/deliberateness

nonchalantlycarefully

With deliberate attention

deliberately · meticulously · painstakingly · studiously · attentively

Family

nonchalant

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G