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unruffled
adjective un·ruf·fled \ˌən-ˈrə-fəld\
: not upset or disturbed
Full Definition of UNRUFFLED
1
: poised and serene especially in the face of setbacks or confusion
2
: not ruffled : smooth <unruffled water>
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First Known Use of UNRUFFLED
1659
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- collected, composed, cool, coolheaded, equal, level, limpid, peaceful, placid, possessed, recollected, sedate, self-composed, self-possessed, serene, smooth, together, tranquil, undisturbed, unperturbed, calm, unshaken, untroubled, unworried
Synonym Discussion of UNRUFFLED
cool, composed, collected, unruffled, imperturbable, nonchalant mean free from agitation or excitement. cool may imply calmness, deliberateness, or dispassionateness <kept a cool head>. composed implies freedom from agitation as a result of self-discipline or a sedate disposition <the composed pianist gave a flawless concert>. collected implies a concentration of mind that eliminates distractions especially in moments of crisis <the nurse stayed calm and collected>. unruffled suggests apparent serenity and poise in the face of setbacks or in the midst of excitement <harried but unruffled>. imperturbable implies coolness or assurance even under severe provocation <the speaker remained imperturbable despite the heckling>. nonchalant stresses an easy coolness of manner or casualness that suggests indifference or unconcern <a nonchalant driver>.
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unruffled
adjective un·ruf·fled \ˌən-ˈrə-fəld\
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