Definition

Not showing any feelings or emotions; dull and flat in appearance or expression.

Example

His face was inexpressive, making it hard to tell what he was thinking.

Conversation

Did you notice how inexpressive his face was during the presentation?

Yeah, it was like he was reading a script without any passion.

I expected more from him, honestly; it felt really flat.

Exactly! A little enthusiasm could have made a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inexpressive → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "expressive" (from Latin "expressivus", meaning to press out or convey). The word "inexpressive" means not conveying or showing emotion or feeling.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'conveying' ('expressive') to remember that inexpressive means not showing feelings.

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