Meaning & Definition of word "Unemotional"

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    Unemotional

    /ˌʌn.ɪˈmoʊ.ʃən.əl/

    adjective:

    • 1. Not displaying or expressing emotions.
      • Example: Despite the tragedy, she remained unemotional and focused on her work.
    • 2. Lacking in emotional response or reaction.
      • Example: His unemotional demeanor during the presentation surprised everyone.
    • 3. Characterized by a lack of passion or enthusiasm.
      • Example: The debate was heated, but he maintained his unemotional stance throughout.

    Etymology

    From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' + 'emotional' from 'emotion'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    keep a stiff upper lip:

    to remain calm and not show emotions in difficult situations

    bottle up emotions:

    to hide or suppress feelings instead of expressing them

    have a heart of stone:

    to be emotionally unresponsive or unfeeling

    Related Words

    stoicism:

    the endurance of pain or hardship without the display of feelings and without complaint.

    indifference:

    lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.

    Slang Meanings of unemotional

    Meaning: cold fish

    Example Sentence: He’s such a cold fish; he never shows any feelings.

    Meaning: stone-faced

    Example Sentence: She remained stone-faced even after hearing the shocking news.