Definition

Calm and not disturbed by stress or problems; remaining composed in difficult situations.

Example

Even during the crisis, she remained unruffled and handled everything with grace.

Conversation

I really admire how you stay so unruffled during stressful situations.

Thanks! I think it helps to take a deep breath and focus.

Yeah, I wish I could be that unruffled when things get chaotic.

You can! Just practice staying calm, and it will come naturally.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unruffled → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "ruffle" (from Old French *ruffler*, meaning to disorder or disturb). The word "unruffled" means not disturbed or disordered, indicating calmness or composure.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'not' ('un-') 'disturbed' ('ruffle') — that's why unruffled means calm and composed.

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