Quote by Sebastian Roch Nicolas Chamfort

I have three kinds of friends: those who love me, those who pay no attention to me, and those who detest me.

I have three kinds of friends: those who love me, those who

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker's circle of friends can be categorized into three groups based on their attitude towards them. The first group consists of friends who deeply care and have affection for the speaker. The second group includes friends who are indifferent and unconcerned with the speaker, possibly displaying a lack of interest. Lastly, the third group comprises friends who hold strong negative feelings or animosity towards the speaker. In essence, this quote highlights the diversity of relationships an individual can have, ranging from close companionship to apathy or even dislike.

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By Sebastian Roch Nicolas Chamfort

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