Blase

usgb/blɑːˈzeɪ/
adjective

Not showing excitement or caring because of overexposure or repetition.

Despite the exciting rides at the amusement park, he felt blase due to being there so often
Visual representation of "blase" - Not showing excitement or caring because of overexposure or repetition

Often appears as...

  • blase about
  • feels blase

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Overfamiliarity Nuance

Blase suggests you're too accustomed to something to find it interesting or exciting anymore.

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He was blase about his birthday, having had extravagant parties every year.
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Hidden Disappointment

Being blase can mask a deeper disappointment at losing the ability to enjoy something.

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Even the fireworks left her feeling blase, much to her own dismay.
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Not Negative

'Blase' doesn't convey anger or sadness, just a lack of enthusiasm.

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Despite the crowd's cheers, the champion appeared oddly blase.
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