What does unamazed mean?
Unamazed is an adjective meaning not surprised, astonished, or awed. It describes a person who encounters something unexpected, extraordinary, or impressive without showing an obvious reaction of wonder. The word often carries a mild implication of composure: an unamazed observer may be accustomed to remarkable things, may regard them skeptically, or may simply maintain a controlled exterior. “He was unamazed by the spectacular display” can therefore suggest calmness as well as the absence of astonishment. In conversation, “unamazed” may also imply mild disbelief, particularly when used about someone facing an unusual or implausible situation. It is used in standard English in Britain and the United States and is more focused on a lack of amazement than on a lack of approval. Related forms include the adverb “unamazedly” and the adjective “unamazing.”
adjectiveNot surprised, astonished, or awed by something. It can also suggest being calm and composed in the presence of something remarkable.
- Not surprised, astonished, or awed.
"The audience remained unamazed by the magician's seemingly impossible final trick."
"She was unamazed by the enormous size of the cathedral."
"The soldiers listened to the extraordinary report with surprisingly unamazed expressions."
Unamazed captures the distinctive calm of witnessing something extraordinary without visibly losing your composure.
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.
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How unamazed is actually used
Generally neutral in register. It can imply that something remarkable has failed to produce surprise, while also suggesting composure or emotional control.
Easily confused with unamazed
Unamazed means not surprised or astonished, whereas unimpressed means not impressed by someone's performance, behaviour, or quality.