impassively
|im-pas-sive-ly|
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/ɪmˈpæsɪvli/
(impassive)
emotionless
Etymology
Etymology Information
'impassive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'impassivus,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'passivus' meant 'suffering or feeling.'
Historical Evolution
'impassivus' transformed into the French word 'impassif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'impassive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not feeling or suffering,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'showing no emotion.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows no emotion or feeling.
She listened impassively to the news.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45