Calm and not noticeably worried or disrupted by difficulty.
Reach for it when Praising emotional steadiness when something could have caused agitation.
The unperturbed nurse explained the delay while reorganizing the appointments.
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everyday
Fits when the simplest description of low agitation
Not when does not imply a challenge occurred
everyday
Fits when a surprise causes no loss of confidence
Not when more casual and less serene
warm
Fits when deep tranquility is the quality to praise
Not when too peaceful for active crisis management
professional
Fits when self-control remains visible
Not when can require effort despite real perturbation
literary
Fits when temper stays even over time
Not when describes disposition more than one response
literary
Fits when outward composure remains smooth
Not when may not reflect inner concern
remain unperturbed
The horses remained unperturbed as the parade passed.
seem unperturbed
He seemed unperturbed by the extra round of questions.
calm and unperturbed
She stayed calm and unperturbed when the schedule changed.
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