stoically
adverb
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Pronunciation: /ˈstəʊ.ɪk.əl.i/ / /ˈstəʊ.ɪk.li/ / /ˈstoʊ.ɪk.əl.i/
adv
Etymology: Etymology tree English stoical Middle English -ly English -ly English stoically From stoical + -ly.
- In a manner that endures pain and hardship without outwardly showing suffering or expressing complaint.
“Frank Connor look the news stoically and, except for a sudden and nearly unnoticed grimace, with no outward show of emotion.”
- In an unfeeling manner that inwardly is unaffected by pain or distress.
“Regardless of how involved Carl outwardly appears, inside he holds himself stoically detached.”
- In a manner consistent with the philosophy of stoicism.