Opposite of indifferent, unconcerned, or behaving as if detached
“They were young and enthusiastic, ready to share their music and to try to make a living doing so.”
Opposite of casually calm and relaxed
“There are physiological repercussions from constantly being anxious about calls from creditors or a visit from the repo man.”
Opposite of easygoing in temperament
“Gabriel did not need a weapon to appear intimidating as his size and unapproachable demeanor accomplished that well enough.”
Opposite of cold and not feeling or showing any emotion
(attributive) Opposite of feeling or exuding self-assurance
“They were insecure young men, who were led astray by a charismatic self-proclaimed prophet.”
Opposite of lighthearted and casually cheerful
Opposite of cheerfully unconcerned about the future
Opposite of produced or carried out in a hasty or perfunctory manner
Opposite of done or acting in an indifferent or apathetic manner
“He displays a passionate disposition to saving endangered wildlife.”
Opposite of having a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial style, manner, or nature
“You will abide by my strict rules to maintain absolute cleanliness and hygiene in my household!”
Opposite of offensively nonchalant or cool in manner
Opposite of even-tempered and reasonable
Opposite of free of concern or worries
“His hair was white, but he seemed so full of life beneath his rough, careworn exterior.”
Opposite of not showing a proper sense of care or responsibility
“I consider us to be responsible people because we fill our recycling box to capacity every week, and put it out for collection.”
Opposite of laid-back and relaxed in nature
“The frenetic action and strategic nuances of this sport make it exhilarating, yet fascinating.”
Opposite of casual or relaxed in nature
“Around strangers, he would be restrained when expressing his true opinions so as not to offend anyone.”
(of a remark) Opposite of expressed in a casual or understated way
Related Words and Phrases
|