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.