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Emotionless - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Emotionless describes a person or behavior that shows no feelings, appearing calm, detached, or indifferent. It is often used to describe someone who remains unaffected by emotional situations.

emotionless

/ɪˈmoʊʃənləs/ /ɪˈməʊʃənləs/

Definition:

Lacking or showing no emotion; unfeeling or indifferent.

Synonyms:

Unemotional, impassive, stoic, detached, cold

Part of Speech:

Adjective

Antonyms:

Emotional, passionate, sensitive

Common Collocations:

Emotionless expression, emotionless voice, emotionless response, emotionless demeanor

Derivatives:

Emotionlessly, emotionlessness

Usage Tips:

Use "emotionless" to describe someone or something that shows no feelings or reactions in a situation.

Common Phrases:

Stone-faced, deadpan expression, cold as ice

Etymology:

Derived from "emotion" + the suffix "-less," meaning without; first recorded in the early 19th century.

Examples:

  • 1. His face remained emotionless during the sad movie.
  • 2. She gave an emotionless reply to the shocking news.
  • 3. The robot's voice was flat and emotionless.
  • 4. He stared at her with an emotionless gaze.

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