Whoever behaves with contempt towards others, acts with indifference and expresses indifference to others, has a complacent behavior. He assumes a very disrespectful attitude and typical of arrogant and intolerant people.
Etymologically, the term indifference comes from Latin, specifically from the word indifference.
Inappropriate and asocial behavior
The dismissive attitude is the opposite face of kindness, respect and good manners. In dealing with others there is a general unwritten rule that should be remembered: you have to treat others as you would like to be treated.
The complacent person may have personal reasons for behaving with arrogance and indifference, either because they believe they are superior or because they are not interested in what happens to others. Despite his reasons, his attitude indicates rudeness and zero empathy.
Lack of compromise
The word indifference is not always used to describe contemptuous behavior towards someone, since sometimes it refers to little interest in an activity. Any person who performs a task or activity without determination and interest can also be considered lackadaisical. In this sense, their attitude is not projected onto another person but is manifested in a specific activity.
The student demotivated by his studies or the worker who is not committed to his work activity are typical examples of complacent behavior. At times, certain gestures or tones of voice (for example, a yawn or a grimace expressing lack of interest) can be considered dismissive.
People who normally behave apathetically when performing a task feel emotionally disconnected. In other words, they fulfill their obligations, but without any enthusiasm for what they are doing.
Although in some cases there may be a reason that justifies this behavior (for example, someone who works in a situation of labor exploitation), the dismissive attitude is a psychologically damaging reaction and not recommended. Thus, if we have to fulfill an obligation because there is no other choice, it is preferable to do it with a minimum of enthusiasm and not with indolence and neglect.
Antonym terms
To understand the true meaning of a word it can be helpful to remember the words with the opposite meaning, that is, the antonyms. In this sense, courtesy, kindness, pleasure or satisfaction are some of the antonyms of indifference.
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