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unaffected

/ˌʌnəˈfɛktɪd/

ADJECTIVE

1. Not influenced, changed, or harmed

Not altered, influenced, disturbed, or otherwise changed by an external event, condition, experience, or influence.

1.1. Remaining unchanged by external circumstances

Describes a person, condition, or situation that remains the same despite events, criticism, pressure, or other outside influences.

Synonyms

  • unchanged
  • unaltered
  • unmodified
  • uninfluenced
  • untouched
  • unimpacted

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Examples

  • Her confidence remained unaffected by the criticism she received.
  • The coastal village was largely unaffected by the storm.
  • His decision was unaffected by pressure from his colleagues.

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1.2. Not emotionally disturbed or troubled

Describes someone who remains calm and composed rather than showing distress, concern, or an emotional reaction to something that might normally cause a disturbance.

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Examples

  • She appeared unaffected by the hostile remarks during the meeting.
  • Despite the unexpected news, he remained calm and unaffected.
  • The actor seemed unaffected by the audience's negative reaction.

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ADJECTIVE

2. Natural and without pretense

Behaving or expressing oneself in a genuine, spontaneous, and natural way, without artificiality, exaggeration, or deliberate attempts to impress.

2.1. Genuine and unpretentious in manner

Describes behavior, speech, or personality that is sincere and natural, without artificial mannerisms, affected behavior, or pretentiousness.

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Examples

  • The actress gave an unaffected performance that made the character feel genuine and believable.
  • His unaffected manner made him approachable despite his professional success.
  • She spoke with an unaffected sincerity that impressed everyone in the room.

Related Words

  • candid
  • guileless
  • ingenuous
  • spontaneous
  • unstudied
  • straightforward