UNAFFECTING Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

unaffecting

adjective

Definition of unaffecting

as in unemotional

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Adjective

However, any moments that would be guaranteed to be grim end up being almost benign, as dead bodies are intact, have strangely unemotional, open-eyed faces, and almost seem like mannequins buried under mud and sand.

— Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
And nearly all the action on the outcome is one-sided, which is rare because sportsbooks often see unemotional, respected wagers that simply prioritize profit.

— Doug Kezirian, New York Times, 1 July 2026

Definition of unemotional

Adjective

Mayer was once viewed as a key part of the Red Sox future, but he's been unimpressive the last two years in limited big league opportunities.

— Ian Miller, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Unsurprisingly, the first benchmarks for the RX 9050 graphics card are unimpressive.

— Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 31 July 2026

Definition of unimpressive

Adjective

Homeowners report far more trust than renters, and people in detached houses report more than people in apartments.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 9 Aug. 2026
She’s gone for unexpected pairings and silhouettes, including a blazer with satin short shorts, voluminous detached sleeves, and a chainmail-like armor made breezy through fringe.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of detached

Adjective

Though quietly caring and possessing rich inner worlds, both King and Etna are dispassionate narrators.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026
Writing detaches the message from the messenger, allowing for a more dispassionate spread of information than was possible in oral societies.

— Rose Horowitch, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026

Definition of dispassionate

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