un·ex·pres·sive

(ŭn′ĭk-sprĕs′ĭv)

adj.

1. Not conveying the meaning intended or the emotion felt.

2. Archaic Inexpressible.

un′ex·pres′sive·ly adv.

un′ex·pres′sive·ness n.

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unexpressive

(ˌʌnɪkˈsprɛsɪv)

adj

another word for inexpressive

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in•ex•pres•sive

(ˌɪn ɪkˈsprɛs ɪv)

adj.

1. not expressive; lacking in expression.

2. Obs. inexpressible.

[1645–55]

in`ex•pres′sive•ly, adv.

ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:

Adj.

unexpressive - deliberately impassive in manner; "deadpan humor"; "his face remained expressionless as the verdict was read"

deadpan, expressionless, poker-faced, impassive

incommunicative, uncommunicative - not inclined to talk or give information or express opinions

unexpressive

adjective expressionless, blank, impassive, vacant, inscrutable, emotionless, inexpressive Frido's voice was unexpressive as he continued.

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Translations

unexpressive

[ˈʌnɪksˈpresɪv] ADJ → inexpresivo

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unexpressive

adj style, eyes → ausdruckslos

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