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impassive

im·pas·sive [ im pássiv ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. expressionless: showing no outward sign of emotion, especially on the face

2. devoid of all emotion: feeling no emotions at all, either positive or negative

[Early 17th century. <im-1 + passive]

im·pas·sive·ly adverb
im·pas·sive·ness noun
im·pas·siv·i·ty [ ìmpə sívvətee ] noun

Word Key: Synonyms
impassive, apathetic, phlegmatic, stolid, stoic, unmoved
CORE MEANING: showing no emotional response or interest

impassive showing no outward sign of emotion, especially on the face;
the smile that transformed his usually impassive face
The defendant was impassive as the jury announced its verdict.
apathetic not taking any interest in anything, or not bothering to do anything;
The political turmoil of the last two years has left voters apathetic.
A recent report suggests that many people tend to be apathetic about the importance of health and fitness.
phlegmatic generally unemotional and difficult to arouse;
Although she was disappointed at the news, her response was phlegmatic.
stolid solemn, unemotional, and not easily excited or upset;
He was a stolid, dignified judge who spoke in slow, deliberate voice.
stoic showing admirable patience and endurance in the face of adversity without complaining or getting upset;
stoic acceptance of the lack of job security in the industry
unmoved having or showing no emotional reaction to something when it would usually be expected;
The country's head of state appeared unmoved by widespread international criticism of her policies.
The cities I had seen left me unmoved; they lacked the color and variety I craved.
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