Definition: A stolid person is someone who shows little or no emotion, remaining calm and impassive even in situations that might elicit strong feelings in others.
Part of speech: Adjective
Example: Despite the chaos around him, Mark remained stolid, his face betraying no hint of panic or excitement.
Synonym: impassive, unemotional, phlegmatic, stoic, indifferent
Antonym: emotional, expressive, animated, demonstrative
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