Definitions
- Describing a person's face that shows no emotion or feeling. - Referring to a lack of facial expression in response to a situation or conversation. - Talking about a blank or neutral facial expression that does not convey any emotion.
- Describing a person who shows no emotion or reaction to a situation or event. - Referring to a lack of visible emotion or feeling in response to a conversation or interaction. - Talking about a calm and composed demeanor that does not reveal any inner thoughts or emotions.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of visible emotion or feeling.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a person's demeanor or facial expression.
- 3Both words suggest a sense of detachment or neutrality.
- 4Both words are often used in formal or serious contexts.
- 5Both words can be used to describe a person's reaction to a situation or conversation.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Expressionless implies a complete lack of expression, while impassive suggests a subdued or controlled expression.
- 2Usage: Expressionless is more commonly used to describe a person's face, while impassive can be used to describe a person's behavior or demeanor.
- 3Connotation: Expressionless can suggest a negative connotation, such as a lack of empathy or interest, while impassive can suggest a positive connotation, such as a calm and composed demeanor.
- 4Frequency: Expressionless is more commonly used than impassive in everyday language.
Remember this!
Expressionless and impassive are synonyms that describe a lack of visible emotion or feeling. However, expressionless emphasizes the absence of expression on the face, while impassive suggests a subdued or controlled expression that does not reveal any inner thoughts or emotions. Additionally, expressionless is more commonly used than impassive in everyday language.
