Expressionless

/ɪkˈsprɛʃənləs/ adjective

Definition

Without expression; showing no emotion, feeling, or personality in facial features or manner.

Etymology

From 'expression' plus '-less' (without). The opposite of expressive, using the productive '-less' suffix.

Kelly Says

Psychopaths are often described as having expressionless faces—they can control facial muscles consciously but don't naturally reflect emotions. This shows how much of our 'humanity' shows through our expressive faces.

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