Impassive
/ɪmˈpæsɪv/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Facial Control
Think of 'impassive' as having control over facial reactions in emotional situations.
Even when criticized, her face remained impassive.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Cold-hearted
'Impassive' doesn't mean a person doesn't feel emotions, just that they don't show them.
Despite his impassive exterior, he was deeply affected by the story.
Pro Tip 3/3Professional Settings
Being impassive is often seen as professional, avoiding bias in serious situations.
The judge listened to both sides with an impassive demeanor.
Compare with
ApatheticCalmDispassionateEmotionalExpressionIndifferentPhlegmaticStoic
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