Unruffled: meaning, definitions and examples
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unruffled
[ สnหrสfษld ]
calm
Not disconcerted or disturbed; unruffled.
Synonyms
calm, composed, poised, serene.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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unruffled |
Often used to describe someone who remains undisturbed or unaffected by external chaos or stress.
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calm |
Used in a general sense to describe both external and internal quietness and tranquility.
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composed |
Describes someone who is in control of their emotions and physical demeanor, especially in stressful or intense situations.
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poised |
Implies a balance and readiness, often used to describe someone who is balanced and graceful, especially under pressure.
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serene |
Used to describe a situation, place, or person that is completely free from disturbance, often giving a sense of peacefulness and tranquility.
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Examples of usage
- She remained unruffled in the face of criticism.
- His unruffled demeanor helped calm the situation.
- The unruffled lake reflected the clear blue sky.
smooth
Make (water) smooth and calm.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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unruffled |
Reiterated: used to describe someone who does not get upset or disturbed easily, showing calmness under pressure.
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calm |
Refers to a state of being peaceful and quiet, either in terms of a person's emotions or the environment.
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smooth |
Describes something that is even and free from disruptions or irregularities, often used for surfaces but can also describe actions or processes.
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soothe |
Related to making someone feel better or less stressed, usually by comforting them or relieving pain.
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Examples of usage
- He unruffled the water by gently stroking it with his hand.
- A gentle breeze unruffled the surface of the lake.
Translations
Translations of the word "unruffled" in other languages:
๐ต๐น imperturbรกvel
๐ฎ๐ณ เคถเคพเคเคค
๐ฉ๐ช unerschรผtterlich
๐ฎ๐ฉ tenang
๐บ๐ฆ ะฝะตะทะฒะพัััะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ niewzruszony
๐ฏ๐ต ๅใใชใ
๐ซ๐ท imperturbable
๐ช๐ธ imperturbable
๐น๐ท sakin
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋ค๋ฆฌ์ง ์๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุบูุฑ ู ุจุงู
๐จ๐ฟ nepลemoลพitelnรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ neochvejnรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ้ๅฎ็
๐ธ๐ฎ neomajen
๐ฎ๐ธ รณhagganlegur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะฑััะปั
๐ฌ๐ช แแจแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sakit
๐ฒ๐ฝ imperturbable
Etymology
The word 'unruffled' originated from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'ruffled' which comes from the verb 'ruffle' meaning 'to disorder or disturb'. Therefore, 'unruffled' refers to something that is not disordered or disturbed, conveying a sense of calm and composure.
See also: ruffled.