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Impassively: meaning, definitions and examples

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impassively

 

[ ɪmˈpæsɪvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

emotion expression

Impassively describes a manner of doing something without showing any emotion or feeling. When someone acts impassively, they may appear stoic or indifferent, often in situations that typically evoke strong reactions. This term can be applied to various contexts, including dramatic situations, personal interactions, or even when someone receives bad news without displaying any visible reaction.

Synonyms

calmly, detached, indifferently, stoically, unemotionally

Examples of usage

  • She listened to the news impassively.
  • He impassively accepted the criticism.
  • The soldier stared impassively at the battlefield.

Translations

Translations of the word "impassively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 impassivelmente

🇮🇳 निस्पृहता से

🇩🇪 unbeeindruckt

🇮🇩 dengan acuh tak acuh

🇺🇦 беземоційно

🇵🇱 bezdusznie

🇯🇵 冷静に

🇫🇷 impassiblement

🇪🇸 impasiblemente

🇹🇷 soğukkanlı bir şekilde

🇰🇷 무감각하게

🇸🇦 بلامبالاة

🇨🇿 nepohnutě

🇸🇰 nepohnuto

🇨🇳 无动于衷地

🇸🇮 brez čustev

🇮🇸 óróandi

🇰🇿 салқын

🇬🇪 უზრუნველყოფილი

🇦🇿 hissiz

🇲🇽 impasiblemente

Etymology

The word 'impassively' derives from the adjective 'impassive,' which has its roots in the Latin word 'impassivus,' meaning 'not feeling' or 'not suffering.' The prefix 'im-' suggests negation, while 'passive' means lacking in energy or will. The term was incorporated into the English language in the early 19th century, where it initially referred to a lack of emotional response. Over time, its usage expanded to include various contexts where individuals maintain a neutral demeanor. 'Impassively' has been used in literature and common speech to describe characters and individuals who, in the face of adversity or emotional turmoil, choose not to display their feelings outwardly. This quality can be associated with strength, resilience, or, in some cases, a lack of empathy.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,985 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.