Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stoic
noun/adjective
/ˈstoʊɪk/
Definition
A person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining.
Examples
- Despite the bad news, she remained stoic and did not let her emotions show.
- He took the criticism like a stoic, showing no signs of distress.
Meaning
Stoic refers to someone who remains calm and unaffected by emotional or physical pain, often associated with the philosophy that emphasizes rationality and self-control.
Synonyms
- apathetic
- unemotional
- indifferent
- philosopher
