The Opposite(Antonym) of “expressive”
The antonyms of expressive are inexpressive, unemotional, and unrevealing. These words describe a lack of emotion or the inability to convey feelings effectively.
Explore all Antonyms of “expressive”
Definitions and Examples of inexpressive, unemotional, unrevealing
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not showing any emotion or feeling; having a blank or neutral expression.
Example
Despite winning the lottery, he remained inexpressive and didn't show any excitement.
Not easily affected by emotions; lacking emotional depth or intensity.
Example
She was unemotional when she heard the news of her grandfather's death.
Not giving away any information or clues; not disclosing anything.
Example
The suspect's face was unrevealing during the interrogation, making it hard for the detective to read his thoughts.
Key Differences: inexpressive vs unemotional vs unrevealing
- 1Inexpressive describes a lack of facial expressions or body language that conveys emotions.
- 2Unemotional describes a lack of emotional depth or intensity.
- 3Unrevealing describes a lack of information or clues that can be used to understand someone's thoughts or feelings.
Effective Usage of inexpressive, unemotional, unrevealing
- 1Describing People: Use these antonyms to describe people who have difficulty expressing their emotions.
- 2Artistic Expression: Use expressive to describe art, music, or literature that conveys strong emotions. Use inexpressive to describe art that lacks emotional depth.
- 3Body Language: Use inexpressive to describe someone who has a blank or neutral expression.
Remember this!
The antonyms of expressive describe a lack of emotion or the inability to convey feelings effectively. Inexpressive describes a lack of facial expressions or body language, unemotional describes a lack of emotional depth, and unrevealing describes a lack of information or clues. Use these words to describe people, artistic expression, or body language.
