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
  • 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
  • Alex just keeps calm, and that’s what Pascal does, more or less, throughout the movie.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 3 Oct. 2026
  • The captain's uncle, Kishorbhai Machchhar, told ABC News on Friday that the family still cannot believe how Smit managed to stay so calm and focused.
    — Charlotte Gardiner, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of calm
Adjective
  • 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
  • Bimobil The vehicle base in this case was a pristine, deep-red Land Cruiser cab-chassis that exemplifies Bimobil's unflappable travel-anywhere spirit just as keenly as the brand's own expedition camping modules.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of unflappable
Adjective
  • Moreno remained publicly unperturbed by the anger of people whose opinions should matter.
    — Andy McCullough, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Fast-growing lettuce plants have shallow root systems that are generally unperturbed by dense clay soil.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026
Definition of unperturbed
Adjective
  • But then Mehmet is let go from his job teaching esoteric music practices to university students and the household’s sole steady source of income is gone.
    — Jessica Kiang, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Fort Lauderlale’s popular south side beach area, where volleyball nets, grills and the annual Tortuga Music Festival usher in a steady mix of locals and visitors.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of steady
Adjective
  • The Emma style, a more composed and sensible block-heel pump, is for Elinor (Edgar-Jones).
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
  • There’s the person who shows up to the executive team meeting, composed and strategic.
    — Nicole DuBois, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 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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