EVEN-KEELED Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

even-keeled

adjective

Definition of even-keeled

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

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Adjective

The 2026 Healthy Aging Survey highlighted consistent physical activity and exercise, a nutrient-dense and well-balanced diet, and restorative, high quality sleep as the top three most effective habits.

— Vince Basada, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026
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

Definition of well-balanced

Adjective

The arc of the descent is so perfect, his reappearance so unruffled, that at first the plunge appears to be a Buster Keaton-esque pratfall.

— Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026
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

Definition of unruffled

Adjective

In the darkly comic series, Skerritt played an aging sheriff struggling to keep things calm in his small town, solidifying his trademark mix of unflappable authority and disarming likability.

— Dan Heching, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2026
Philo hasn’t been as flashy as Chambliss during the Gators’ fast start, but has been efficient and unflappable at the controls of an attack setting a torrid pace while averaging 54 points.

— Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of unflappable

Adjective

The feeling from the community Some customers at the center, such as Nicole Alvarado at Planet Gymnastics, were unperturbed by the project.

— Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 5 Nov. 2026
El Sayed’s campaign dismissed Stevens’ endorsement of his opponent and seemed unperturbed.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of unperturbed

Adjective

But once school lets out, cars begin passing at a steady pace from every direction.

— Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026
Ammann developed the machine in response to demand for quieter equipment that can work without direct exhaust emissions while maintaining the precision and steady movement needed for a consistent surface.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of steady

Adjective

Over industrial/electro darkwave, MacKay was a composed presence, delivering vocals with casual ease, propping his foot on an amp while leaning into the crowd, and lightly resting his elbow on the mic stand.

— Sarah Moroz, Pitchfork, 10 Nov. 2026
An entirely new chassis, far more sophisticated suspension, better brakes and a whole lot of modern equipment on board – all of which meant the 450 was a far more capable, composed and versatile machine.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 Nov. 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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