impassive

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impassive

(adjective)

Meaning

showing no emotion or reaction

Example

"Despite the chaos around her, Jane remained impassive and composed."

Synonyms

stoicexpressionlessunmoved

Antonyms

emotionalresponsiveexcitable

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'impassivus', meaning not affected by emotions.
Related word forms
  • adverb: impassively

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