Unemotional

/ˌʌn.ɪˈmoʊ.ʃən.əl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Not displaying or expressing emotions.
Despite the tragedy, she remained unemotional and focused on her work.
Lacking in emotional response or reaction.
His unemotional demeanor during the presentation surprised everyone.
Characterized by a lack of passion or enthusiasm.
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

cold fish
He’s such a cold fish; he never shows any feelings.
stone-faced
She remained stone-faced even after hearing the shocking news.