adjective
impacible
impassive
The Spanish word impacible is an adjective used to describe a person or an expression that is calm, unflappable, or not easily disturbed or agitated.
Meaning:
- Impacible refers to someone or something that remains composed, tranquil, and unaffected in situations that might normally cause anxiety, anger, or impatience.
- It can be applied to describe a demeanor, temperament, or facial expression that is serene or unshaken.
Word Parts:
- The prefix im- (a variation of "in-") means "not" or "without."
- The root pacible comes from pacífico (peaceful, calm), related to paz (peace).
- Therefore, impacible means "not losing peace" or "unable to be disturbed."
Spanish Synonyms:
- Sereno/a (serene)
- Tranquilo/a (calm, peaceful)
- Imperturbable (unperturbed, imperturbable)
- Inalterable (unalterable)
- Plácido/a (placid, peaceful)
Spanish Antonyms:
- Impaciente (impatient)
- Irascible (irritable)
- Inquieto/a (restless, uneasy)
- Agitado/a (agitated)
Summary:
"Impacible" describes a calm and composed attitude or expression, especially in situations where others might lose self-control or become anxious. It is the opposite of "impaciente," which indicates impatience or agitation.
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Examples
A pesar de los gritos, las juezas permanecieron impacibles durante todo el debate.adjective
Despite the shouting, the judges remained impassive throughout the entire debate.
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