First Known Use: 1954
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unflappable
adjective un·flap·pa·ble \-ˈfla-pə-bəl\
: not easily upset : unusually calm in difficult situations
Full Definition of UNFLAPPABLE
: marked by assurance and self-control
— un·flap·pa·bil·i·ty \-ˌfla-pə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun
— un·flap·pa·bly \-ˈfla-pə-blē\ adverb
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Origin of UNFLAPPABLE
1un- + 1flap (state of excitement) + -able
Related to UNFLAPPABLE
- Synonyms
- imperturbable, nerveless, unshakable
- Antonyms
- perturbable, shakable (or shakeable)
Rhymes with UNFLAPPABLE
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