Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stony-faced

Adjective

ˈstoʊni feɪst

Definition

Having a cold, expressionless face; showing no emotion.

Examples

Despite the heated argument, she remained stony-faced throughout the discussion.
The actor’s stony-faced performance added depth to the character he portrayed.
Even when the crowd cheered, he walked past with a stony face, revealing nothing of his feelings.

Meaning

Stony-faced describes a person who displays a serious or unexpressive demeanor, often indicating that they are unfazed by emotions or external pressures.