stoic
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for stoic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Enduring pain or hardship without complaint or visible emotion.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
unemotional person
stoical
Antonyms
How to use stoic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
remain stoic
a stoic expression
stoic acceptance
Etymology
From the Stoa Poikile ("painted porch") in Athens, where the philosopher Zeno taught the school of thought known as Stoicism.
Full origin of stoic →Frequently asked questions
What does “stoic” mean?
The word “stoic” means enduring pain or hardship without complaint or visible emotion. In plain terms, calm, tough, and uncomplaining in the face of pain or difficulty.
How do you pronounce “stoic”?
“Stoic” is pronounced STOH-ihk (/ˈstoʊ.ɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “stoic” in a sentence?
Here is “stoic” used in a sentence: “She remained stoic throughout the long and painful recovery.”
What part of speech is “stoic”?
Depending on how it is used, “stoic” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “stoic” have?
“Stoic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: enduring pain or hardship without complaint or visible emotion.
