unflippant

/ʌnˈflɪpənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

not prone to flippancy; serious and not joking

“The professor’s unflippant tone made the students feel more at ease.”

2. noun

a person who is not prone to flippancy

“The unflippant individuals in the group helped to diffuse the tense atmosphere.”

Synonyms

  • sensible
  • serious
  • uncomic

Antonyms

  • flip
  • flippant
  • jocular