blase meaning and definition

BLASE adjective

Definition of blase (adjective)

1. very sophisticated especially because of surfeit; versed in the ways of the world
   • "the blase traveler refers to the ocean he has crossed as `the pond'"; "the benefits of his worldly wisdom"
   • synonyms: worldly
2. uninterested because of frequent exposure or indulgence
   • "his blase indifference"; "a petulant blase air"; "the bored gaze of the successful film star"
   • synonyms: bored
3. nonchalantly unconcerned
   • "a blase attitude about housecleaning"