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display indifference

[/dɪˈspleɪ ɪnˈdɪfərəns/]
verb phrase
demonstrar indiferença
1. to show or exhibit a lack of concern, interest, or sympathy toward something or someone
He tried to display indifference to the criticism, but his facial expression revealed his hurt feelings.
Ele tentou demonstrar indiferença à crítica, mas sua expressão facial revelou seus sentimentos feridos.
2. to act in a manner that suggests one does not care about something
She displayed indifference toward the job offer despite needing employment.
Ela demonstrou indiferença pela proposta de emprego apesar de precisar de trabalho.
NYC Slang
play it cool
Synonyms
show apathyfeign disinterestappear unconcernedact indifferentdemonstrate detachment
Antonyms
display interestshow enthusiasmdemonstrate careexpress concernreveal passion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
demonstrar indiferença
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
mostrar indiferença
common alternative, more colloquial
São Paulo
demonstrar desinteresse
slightly more formal variant
Portugal
demonstrar indiferença
standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

act like you don't care
play it off
keep a straight face
show no emotion
remain unmoved
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