unperturbed

adjective

ˌən-pər-ˈtərbd How to pronounce unperturbed (audio)
Definition of unperturbednext
as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation remained unperturbed despite the latest problems in the construction of their new house

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Recent Examples of unperturbed When the researchers play a call from a mouse in the same nest, however, the striped mouse carries on sunbathing, unperturbed. — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 3 June 2026 But market watchers seemed unperturbed by mounting pressure on the British economy. — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026 Marching alongside a column of protesters through the city of Borujerd in western Iran, a middle-aged woman appeared unperturbed by the blood streaming down her chin. — Behnam Ben Taleblu, The Atlantic, 9 Jan. 2026 Unusual behavior at the comet's closest approach Regardless, the comet would have continued along its orbit unperturbed by what was happening on Earth. — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 16 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unperturbed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unperturbed
  1. calm
  2. serene
  3. peaceful
  4. composed
  5. collected
  6. tranquil
  7. unruffled
  8. placid
Adjective
  • But very few active CEOs of large US companies have echoed such concerns publicly, and investors have been calm.
    — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
  • When asked about a 15-year-old student who lost his hand, Macron said nothing could justify what had happened and reiterated his call for calm.
    — Saskya Vandoorne, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of calm
Adjective
  • The Gilded Age would generally prefer that nothing disrupt the basic contours of its serene status quo, where ladies in hats sit in drawing rooms and deliver smiling rebukes of one another’s decor.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2026
  • On his latest solo album, the Tonstartssbandht guitarist/vocalist crafts a serene, psychedelic opus that invites us to become immersed.
    — Ryan Meehan, Pitchfork, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of serene
Adjective
  • Look out for the odd duck bobbing past while enjoying a private breakfast on the balcony, or a peaceful after-dark nightcap.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The protests were peaceful during the period Deadline observed the demonstration, while store customers — many dressed in Hogwarts house scarves — appeared to still be enjoying their experience.
    — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of peaceful
Adjective
  • The British singer, 27, composed and co-wrote the lyrics with Bastian Langebæk and Max Wolfgang, according to the song credits on Spotify.
    — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The Emma style, a more composed and sensible block-heel pump, is for Elinor (Edgar-Jones).
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of composed
Adjective
  • Data brokers legally comb the internet for such information, build profiles using the collected information, and sell those profiles to anyone who’ll pay.
    — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Paired with the Emme play table, this duo creates the kind of collected look that feels professionally layered.
    — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 31 July 2026
Definition of collected
Adjective
  • Bedrooms are tranquil and restorative, with clean lines, balconies, and mountain views that create a sense of space.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026
  • Located right across the water from Miami, Key Biscayne is filled with tranquil experiences in nature, delicious dining options with incredible views of the water, and even a little bit of history to explore.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Definition of tranquil
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
  • But this is such a placid group that there’s no real tension between the female guards and the male inmates, and therefore no new insights raised about how complicated a woman’s role in this power dynamic could be.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Despite appearances, sand tiger sharks are a placid species that don’t pose a threat to humans.
    — Asia London Palomba, Christian Science Monitor, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of placid

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