Coolheaded (Adjective)
Meaning
Marked by calm self-control (especially in trying circumstances); unemotional; "play it cool"; "keep cool"; "stayed coolheaded in the crisis"; "the most nerveless winner in the history of the tournament".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- In high-pressure business negotiations, being coolheaded is essential to make rational decisions and avoid costly mistakes.
- The coolheaded pilot managed to land the plane safely despite experiencing severe engine failure mid-flight.
- The detective remained coolheaded throughout the interrogation, carefully analyzing each piece of evidence presented.
- She was known for being coolheaded under stress and was often called upon to handle emergency situations at work.
- As the captain of the football team, he was coolheaded on the field, guiding his teammates with calm and rational strategy.