unalarmed

The cat remained unalarmed by the gentle thunder.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Not feeling or showing alarm: "unalarmed" describes a state of being free from fear, anxiety, or sudden concern; calm and composed in the face of potential danger or surprise.

Usage Examples

• (She did not feel any fear or panic.)
• (The dog showed no signs of worry or distress.)
• (He was calm and not anxious about the approaching person.)

Advanced Usage

• "to remain unalarmed": to stay calm and not become frightened or worried.

  • The experienced hiker remained unalarmed even when the trail became steep and rocky. (He maintained his composure without fear.)

• "to be unalarmed by something": to not be disturbed or upset by a particular event or situation.

  • She was unalarmed by the news of the delay, knowing it was a common occurrence. (She was not worried or anxious about the delay.)

Variants and Related Words

• Alarmed (adj): feeling or showing sudden fear or worry.

  • She was alarmed by the loud crash in the kitchen. (She felt sudden fear.)

• Alarm (n): a sudden feeling of fear or worry; also, a device that warns of danger.

  • The fire alarm woke everyone up. (The warning device sounded.)

• Alarming (adj): causing sudden fear or worry.

  • The alarming report made everyone nervous. (The report caused anxiety.)

Synonyms

• Calm: free from agitation or strong emotion.

  • He remained calm during the emergency. (He was not upset.)

• Unperturbed: not disturbed or upset.

  • She was unperturbed by the criticism. (She was not worried.)

• Composed: having one's feelings and expressions under control.

  • She gave a composed answer despite the tension. (She was calm and collected.)

Antonyms

• Alarmed: feeling sudden fear or worry.
• Frightened: filled with fear.
• Panicked: overcome by sudden, uncontrollable fear.

Related Idioms

• "Keep one's cool": to remain calm and unalarmed in a stressful situation.

  • Even when the car skidded, the driver kept his cool. (He remained calm and unalarmed.)

• "Not bat an eye": to show no sign of surprise or alarm.

  • When the magician made the rabbit disappear, the children did not bat an eye. (They showed no alarm or surprise.)