flippancy
/ˈflɪ.pən.si/
FLꞮ · pən · si (3 syllables)
English
Noun
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Definition
A disrespectful levity or pertness especially in respect to grave or sacred matters.
Etymology
From flippant + -cy.
Example Sentences
- ""It was the same direction from which the American had come. Something terrible lay that way. It was my business to find out what it was." "What did you do?" My flippancy was all gone."
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