unexcitable
Definition
- Adjective:
- Not easily excited: Describes a person, temperament, or nature that is calm, steady, and not prone to becoming agitated, overly enthusiastic, or emotionally aroused. It implies a composed and even-tempered disposition.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- His unexcitable nature made him an excellent air traffic controller during the emergency.
- The veterinarian praised the dog's unexcitable temperament, which is ideal for therapy work.
- She remained unexcitable despite the surprising news, simply nodding in acknowledgment.
Advanced Usage
- Describing inherent qualities: Often used to describe a stable, inherent characteristic rather than a temporary state.
- The breed is known for being intelligent and unexcitable.
- In professional or high-pressure contexts: Highlights an asset in situations requiring calm judgment.
- We need someone unexcitable to handle the negotiations.
Variants and Related Words
- Unexcitability (noun): The quality or state of being unexcitable.
- Her unexcitability under pressure is remarkable.
- Inexcitable (adjective): A less common synonym with the same core meaning.
Synonyms
- Calm
- Composed
- Even-tempered
- Placid
- Stolid
- Imperturbable
Antonyms
- Excitable
- Volatile
- High-strung
- Nervous
- Agitable
Related Phrases/Idioms
(Note: "Unexcitable" itself is not typically used in common idioms. Its meaning is expressed through descriptive phrases.) - To keep one's cool: To remain calm and unexcitable. - While everyone else panicked, she kept her cool. - As cool as a cucumber: Extremely calm and unexcitable. - He was as cool as a cucumber during the entire interview.
Adjective
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not easily excited
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an unexcitable temperament
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