level-headed

adjective

1. even-tempered, balanced, and reliable; steady

Derived Forms

• ˌlevel-ˈheadedness, noun
• ˌlevel-ˈheadedly, adverb

Example Sentences

It's probably not the proudest vote I've ever cast, but I do feel like she's at the very least a level-headed person who will surround herself with other level-headed people who I would trust.

From BBC

As dynamic as his offenses can be, as much as new coordinator D’Anton Lynn has improved his once-porous defense, Riley hasn’t proven he can remain level-headed in games of this magnitude.

From Los Angeles Times

In its early days, the channel was plagued by technical difficulties, but Edwards gradually made a name for himself with his confident and level-headed delivery, which was said to have impressed BBC bosses.

From BBC

The youngest member of the Atlanta-area bench, Judge McAfee is described by those who know him as a tough but level-headed professional.

From BBC

Speaking at a news briefing in Berlin, Pistorius added: “Accordingly, we should react in a particularly level-headed manner, but no less resolutely.”

From Seattle Times