unflappably

7.4

In a calm way that does not show fear or worry

adverb
/ʌnˈflæpəbli/

: imperturbablemente

The teacher spoke unflappably to the class, even when faced with difficult questions from the students.

Examples

He approached the challenging task unflappably, showing no signs of stress or frustration.
Because one thing that we haven't touched yet is how you are so unflappably independent.
Despite the chaos around her, she handled the situation unflappably, maintaining her composure.

Synonyms

unflinchingly

vsunflappably

4 7.1

In a way that does not show fear or hesitation when facing danger

is calm and steady rather than only brave under threat

placidly

vsunflappably

3 5.2

To act calmly and peacefully without showing excitement

is more resistant to upset and more steady under pressure

unblinkingly

vsunflappably

1 7.5

Without showing any feeling or surprise

is calm and steady with controlled feeling rather than blankness

imperturbably

vsunflappably

1 8.1

In a calm way without showing any worry

is identical in meaning but is a slightly more formal choice

unshakably

vsunflappably

1 7.0

In a very firm way that does not change or get weaker

is calm and emotionally steady rather than only forcefully determined

insouciantly

vsunflappably

1 9.9

In a relaxed way without worry

is steady and hard to upset emotionally rather than casually unconcerned

unaffectedly

vsunflappably

7.8

Calmly without showing any emotion

is firmer and cannot be easily upset or emotionally moved

unfalteringly

vsunflappably

7.5

Acts with steady determination and does not waver

is calm and emotionally steady rather than focused on firmness

unfussily

vsunflappably

6.2

In a calm way without showing annoyance or complaint

is steadier emotionally and resists being upset or disturbed

Antonyms

nervously

87 2.3

Shows worry or fear in the way someone acts

excitedly

27 1.0

In a happy, eager way that shows strong interest

How Calm

stoically

6 6.8

imperturbably

1 8.1

unflappably

7.4

collectedly

6.8

calmly

110 1.0

Surface Forms

unflappably positive

Morphology

unflappably = unflappable (transparent) = un + flap + able + ly

The adverb is formed by adding the regular adverbial suffix '-ly' to the adjective 'unflappable', which itself is constructed from 'un-' + 'flap' + '-able' in a predictable way.

Etymology

The word unflappably comes from the prefix un- 'not' and flap 'to move wings quickly', an image that suggested sudden alarm or panic. So, to act unflappably is to stay calm and not be easily upset.