unflappable

adjective

un·​flap·​pa·​ble ˌən-ˈfla-pə-bəl How to pronounce unflappable (audio)
: marked by assurance and self-control
unflappability noun
unflappably adverb

Examples of unflappable in a Sentence

He has a reputation for being unflappable. the unflappable teacher never even blinked when the wall map came crashing down
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Word History

Etymology

un- entry 1 + flap entry 1 (state of excitement) + -able

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unflappable was in 1954

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“Unflappable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unflappable. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

unflappable

adjective
un·​flap·​pa·​ble ˌən-ˈflap-ə-bəl How to pronounce unflappable (audio)
: not easily upset or panicked : unusually calm

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