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unflappability

[/ʌnˌflæpəˈbɪləti/]
noun
imperturbabilidade
1. The quality of remaining calm and not becoming easily upset or confused in difficult situations
Her unflappability in the face of criticism impressed everyone in the meeting.
A imperturbabilidade dela diante das críticas impressionou a todos na reunião.
2. The state of being unflappable; composure and equanimity
The pilot's unflappability during the emergency landing saved many lives.
A imperturbabilidade do piloto durante o pouso de emergência salvou muitas vidas.
NYC Slang
cool as a cucumber; staying cool under pressure
Synonyms
imperturbabilitycomposureequanimitysangfroidaplombunperturbability
Antonyms
excitabilitynervousnessanxietyflappabilityvolatility

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
imperturbabilidade
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
imperturbabilidade
Common usage in business and professional contexts
Portugal
imperturbabilidade
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep one's cool
not bat an eye
stay the course
keep a stiff upper lip
remain unfazed
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