unflappable

adjective

ˌən-ˈfla-pə-bəl How to pronounce unflappable (audio)
Definition of unflappablenext
as in nonchalant
not easily panicked or upset the unflappable teacher never even blinked when the wall map came crashing down

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Recent Examples of unflappable Over decades, Putin has conjured the image of an unflappable, precise policy master. — Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 18 June 2026 During my flight, as each lithe limb was bound and hoisted, my unflappable captain checked in. — Literary Hub, 17 June 2026 Milo is also unflappable in the face of critics. — Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 16 June 2026 Ty France is an unflappable first baseman, Tatis is becoming increasingly comfortable and increasingly spectacular at second, and Bogaerts is arguably playing at a Gold Glove level at shortstop. — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unflappable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unflappable
  1. nonchalant
  2. calm
  3. imperturbable
  4. serene
  5. unshakable
  6. composed
  7. nerveless
Adjective
  • The plan is to keep being nonchalant about the whole thing, and hopefully their fan base will continue to grow.
    — Julius Miller, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Opting for a baggier jean style immediately reads more nonchalant, giving the overall outfit a cooler look.
    — Eva Thomas, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of nonchalant
Adjective
  • Expect a calm palette of neutrals and soft blues, metallic accents, and plenty of natural light, with views either west toward the mountains and desert or north up the Strip.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The extra five minutes spent adjusting a pillow so the incision is protected, the calm explanation of what the next day will look like, the quiet competence that makes a terrifying situation feel manageable—these moments stick.
    — Richard Menger MD MPA, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of calm
Adjective
  • The imperturbable New York rapper is back behind the boards for a lean, mean new album with endless quotables and only one guest.
    — Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 28 Jan. 2026
  • But the Brits love to check an American’s imperturbable optimism.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 3 Dec. 2025
Definition of imperturbable
Adjective
  • Along with the soon-to-open Oscar de la Renta and other high-end designer shops, Hermès will test shoppers’ willingness to spend high dollar figures at the serene North Shore shopping center.
    — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Summary Paros, a serene Cycladic island, is home to Avant Mar, a resort celebrated for its relaxed sophistication, particularly in its diverse food and beverage program.
    — Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of serene
Adjective
  • The book’s post-apocalyptic setting ennobles its meditations on selfhood and finitude; the narrator’s search for perpetuity is lent an unshakable gravity by her circumstances.
    — Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026
  • No one expected Joint to suddenly start serving like Williams or possess her unshakable self-confidence.
    — Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 30 June 2026
Definition of unshakable
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
  • Ismael Saibari — Morocco/Bayern Munich (+1) Marked his first match since leaving PSV for Bayern Munich by sending the Netherlands home with a nerveless penalty to win the shootout.
    — Liam Twomey, New York Times, 4 July 2026
  • As did the nerveless manner in which the striker — who turns 38 in March — sent goalkeeper Harry Tyrer the wrong way from the spot to clinch another three points.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of nerveless

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“Unflappable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unflappable. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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