mindmap root((无感)) impassive stresses the absence of any external sign of emotion in action or facial expression: just sat there with an ~ look. stoic implies an apparent indifference to pleasure or especially to pains, often as a matter of principle or self-discipline: remained resolutely ~ even in the face of adversity. phlegmatic implies a temperament or constitution hard to arouse: a ~ person immune to amorous advances. apathetic may imply a puzzling or deplorable indifference or inertness: charitable appeals met an ~ response. stolid implies a habitual absence of interest, responsiveness, or curiosity about anything beyond an accustomed routine: a ~ woman, wedded to routine.