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Brusquely vs Nonchalant - What's the difference?

brusquely | nonchalant |

As an adverb brusquely

is in a brusque manner; abruptly; rudely.

As an adjective nonchalant is

casually calm and relaxed.

brusquely

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In a brusque manner; abruptly; rudely.

    • nonchalant

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Casually calm and relaxed.
    • We handled the whole frenetic situation with a nonchalant attitude.
  • Indifferent; unconcerned; behaving as if detached.
    • He is far too nonchalant about such a serious matter.

    Synonyms

    * (casually calm) carefree, cool, mellow, easygoing * (indifferent) , unconcerned * See also