Antiexpressively

/ˌæntiːɪkˈsprɛsɪvli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that avoids, suppresses, or deliberately prevents emotional or expressive communication.

Etymology

Adverbial form of antiexpressive, formed by adding -ly suffix. Describes the manner in which someone acts without emotional display or prevents their feelings from being obvious to others.

Kelly Says

Describe a British person as speaking 'antiexpressively' and you've basically captured the whole national reputation in one word—emotional restraint as a cultural value.

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