even-keeled

adjective

Definition of even-keelednext
as in well-balanced

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Recent Examples of even-keeled Fraser plays the legendary general (and future president) as a tempestuous mountain of a man, a far cry from the modest and even-keeled Eisenhower of record. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 29 May 2026 Temperament — particularly the ability to remain fair and even-keeled — is a key consideration, Parrish said. — Sean Emery, Oc Register, 21 May 2026 Wood is known to be even-keeled, even after a good game, but Butera still wanted to check in with the 23-year-old. — Danielle Allentuck, Washington Post, 7 Apr. 2026 Its two executives are even-keeled to the extreme. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for even-keeled
Recent Examples of Synonyms for even-keeled
  1. well-balanced
  2. unruffled
  3. calm
  4. unflappable
  5. unperturbed
  6. steady
  7. composed
  8. well-adjusted
Adjective
  • Although both Into Mischief and Gun Runner often produce athletic and well-balanced horses, the first notable trait most people in racing almost always mention isn’t physical but mental.
    — Graham Cornwell, New York Times, 19 June 2026
  • However, a lack of variety may lead to nutrient gaps if your meal isn’t well-balanced across food groups.
    — Caitlin Beale, Health, 17 Apr. 2026
Definition of well-balanced
Adjective
  • Her extroverted big sister, on the other hand, loves being out and about, exploring new places, unruffled by noise or crowds.
    — Eve Chen, USA Today, 23 June 2026
  • Only their angel was as unruffled as before, not a pleat out of place.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 3 June 2026
Definition of unruffled
Adjective
  • Strikes in the region have been relatively calmer over the past few days, although Kuwait said Iran hit a building belonging to a Chinese company in the northern part of the country on Thursday, killing one employee.
    — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The patented, portable Ready Rocker is ergonomically designed to help alleviate discomfort, relieve back pain, reduce stress, calm anxiety and improve sleep, fitting both deep and shallow seating with two rocking positions.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of calm
Adjective
  • Behind them, manning the decks, was Margo XS, unflappable in her wraparound shades.
    — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 30 July 2026
  • Why The Executive Playbook Has To Change The typical model for high-achieving leaders is to out-suffer everyone else in the room, appear unflappable, stay silent on struggles, and be the first one in and last one out.
    — Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of unflappable
Adjective
  • Fast-growing lettuce plants have shallow root systems that are generally unperturbed by dense clay soil.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026
  • Seemingly unperturbed by Israel’s presence were the congregants who gathered Wednesday for Ashura.
    — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
Definition of unperturbed
Adjective
  • The moment reflected the steady progress of Mahomes from season-ending knee surgery.
    — Vahe Gregorian July 30, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
  • Despite the Federal Open Market Committee holding interest rates steady in July, markets now anticipate a September hike is more probable.
    — Simon Moore, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of steady
Adjective
  • Barbie’s hair choices, too, are ever so composed and elegant.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 July 2026
  • Replacement Ryunosuke Ito, plucked from Meiji University, had a composed debut, including laying on a try for Matsunaga, who was five for five off the tee.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
Definition of composed
Adjective
  • Residents and leaders got the message that the realities of global warming have now squarely arrived on a continent that so far viewed itself either as having a moderate climate or being well-adjusted to summer heat.
    — Katharina Buchholz, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • Maybe that’s why Michaels doesn’t talk a lot about his family (though several of the doc’s talking heads remark on how incredibly well-adjusted his kids are).
    — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 17 Apr. 2026
Definition of well-adjusted

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