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impassive

Adjective

IPA /ɪmˈpæsɪv/

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Showing no visible emotion in your face or manner.

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impassive/ɪmˈpæsɪv/

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Surprising news is announced
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An impassive expression does not reveal emotion, even if the person feels something.

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He listened to the surprising news with an impassive expression.
The interviewer remained impassive throughout the presentation.

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impassive — Showing no visible emotion in your face or manner.

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Word origin

Formed from im-, a form of in- meaning not, and passive.

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Impassive face, impassive expression and remain impassive describe a lack of visible reaction.

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