What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unphased
Example
Despite the chaos around her, she remained unphased and continued with her work. [unphased: adjective]
Example
He was unphased by the negative feedback and continued to pursue his goals. [unphased: adjective]
unmoved
Example
She was unmoved by the tragic news and remained stoic throughout the day. [unmoved: adjective]
Example
His decision was unmoved by the convincing arguments presented by his colleagues. [unmoved: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unmoved is more commonly used than unphased in everyday language, especially in British English. Unphased is a newer word and less common in general usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unphased and unmoved?
Both unphased and unmoved can be used in formal or informal contexts, but unmoved is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of situations, including literature and poetry.
