unflappable

[ uhn-flap-uh-buhl ]

adjective

1. not easily upset or confused, especially in a crisis; imperturbable.

unflappable

/ ʌnˈflæpəbəl /

adjective

1. informal.
   hard to upset; imperturbable; calm; composed

Derived Forms

• unˌflappaˈbility, noun
• unˈflappably, adverb

Other Word Forms

• un·flappa·bili·ty noun
• un·flappa·bly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of unflappable¹

First recorded in 1950–55; un- ¹ + flap + -able

Example Sentences

While Piastri keeps a very even keel, and gives the impression of being unflappable, Norris wears his heart on his sleeve, and lives his failings publicly.

From BBC

He has worked at the show since 2001 and has absorbed the boss’s unflappable steadiness, with a tinge of the long-suffering.”

From Los Angeles Times

When she was informed of the full story in the 1970s, she was characteristically unflappable, taking it "all very calmly and without surprise", according to the declassified files released to the National Archives.

From BBC

Nowak is a steady, unflappable volunteer who shows up every Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon to make sure the work is completed properly.

From Los Angeles Times

Despite the peril, the unflappable Williamson continued from his 93 in the first innings.

From BBC

Related Words

• composed
• impassive
• nonchalant
• relaxed
• self-possessed
• unruffled