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Stolidly: meaning, definitions and examples

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stolidly

 

[ ˈstɒlɪdli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of behavior

In a stolid manner suggests a lack of emotional expression or reaction. It describes behaving in a way that shows little or no feelings, similar to a stoic character.

Synonyms

impassively, indifferently, stoically, unemotional

Examples of usage

  • He stolidly accepted the news without any emotional response.
  • She stolidly walked through the crowd, ignoring the chaos around her.
  • The audience stolidly listened to the speaker, unmoved by his words.
  • Despite the shocking announcement, he stolidly maintained his composure.

Translations

Translations of the word "stolidly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 impassivelmente

🇮🇳 निष्क्रियता से

🇩🇪 starr

🇮🇩 dengan datar

🇺🇦 беземоційно

🇵🇱 stoicko

🇯🇵 無表情で

🇫🇷 impassiblement

🇪🇸 impasiblemente

🇹🇷 düşünmeden

🇰🇷 무표정하게

🇸🇦 بلا تعبير

🇨🇿 stojatě

🇸🇰 stojato

🇨🇳 面无表情地

🇸🇮 brez čustev

🇮🇸 óhjákandi

🇰🇿 салқындықпен

🇬🇪 უდარდელად

🇦🇿 soyuq şəkildə

🇲🇽 impasiblemente

Etymology

The word 'stolidly' derives from 'stolid', which comes from the Latin word 'stolidus', meaning 'unmoving, dull, or heavy'. The term initially entered the English language in the late 17th century. It suggests a certain permanence of demeanor and was used to describe people who do not easily show their emotions. 'Stolid' was influenced by related words from Latin and Middle French, encapsulating a sense of emotional stability or dullness. In contemporary usage, 'stolidly' often refers to individuals in situations that call for profound emotional responses where they remain unperturbed or indifferent.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,813 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.