Unruffled
mediumPositive toneun-RUF-uld
adjective
Definition
Not agitated or disturbed; calm
Memory hook
Feathers NOT RUFFLED — remaining perfectly smooth, calm, and composed under pressure.
Examples
“She remained unruffled despite the criticism.”
“His unruffled demeanor inspired confidence.”
Test yourself
Fill in the blank with the right word:
“She remained ______ despite the criticism.”
Show answer
unruffled
Synonyms
Antonyms
Categories
GRE Tip
Unruffled is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "composed" or "imperturbable" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "agitated".
Related GRE Words
stoic
showing endurance of hardship without complaint or visible emotion
composed
Having one's feelings and expression under control; calm
imperturbable
unable to be upset or agitated; calm
phlegmatic
having an unemotional, stolidly calm disposition
ambivalent
Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something
animosity
Strong hostility or hatred
Master unruffled and 1,000+ GRE words
Learn through stories, practice with real GRE questions, and never forget with spaced repetition.