Unemotionally: meaning, definitions and examples

Use when describing a state of lacking emotions or showing no emotional response. It is neutral and often used in scientific or formal contexts.

• She described the event unemotionally, sticking strictly to the facts.
• The doctor delivered the news unemotionally, ensuring all details were clear.

Implies a lack of interest or concern, but without the negative connotation of 'apathetically'. It can be neutral or slightly negative depending on the context.

• He shrugged indifferently when asked about his plans for the weekend.
• She answered the questions indifferently, as if it didn't matter to her.

Describes a person’s actions as lacking warmth or emotion. This term often implies a certain harshness or intentional lack of empathy.

• She looked at him coldly, without a trace of kindness in her eyes.
• He spoke coldly, making it clear he had no sympathy for her situation.

Used when someone shows no interest or concern about something. It often carries a negative connotation, implying a lack of motivation or care.

• He watched the game apathetically, barely reacting to any of the plays.
• Students responded apathetically to the announcement of the new project, showing little excitement.