Definitions

stoic

[stoh-ik] / ˈstoʊ ɪk /

ADJECTIVE

philosophic

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aloof apathetic detached impassive indomitable long-suffering matter-of-fact sober unemotional unflappable

STRONG

calm cool dry patient

WEAK

dispassionate enduring imperturbable indifferent phlegmatic resigned self-controlled stoical stolid unconcerned unmoved

Antonyms

STRONGEST

caring concerned emotional feeling interested responsive

STRONG

agitated excited

Example Sentences

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STOIC: A woman stood outside her damaged house after Cyclone Phailin hit Gopalpur, India, Sunday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 13, 2013

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