Meaning
沉稳 describes a person's temperament or demeanor as calm, steady, and reliable, especially when facing pressure or difficult situations. It suggests both emotional composure (沉, sinking/settling) and stability (稳, steady), indicating someone who doesn't act rashly or get easily flustered.
Usage
This word is commonly used to praise someone's mature, dependable character, particularly in professional or serious contexts. It often describes adults, leaders, or anyone who handles responsibility well. The term carries positive connotations of trustworthiness and self-control.
Examples
- 01他处理危机时非常沉稳，从不慌张。, .He is very composed when handling crises and never panics.
- 02这位年轻的经理做事沉稳，深得大家信任。, .This young manager handles things in a steady manner and is deeply trusted by everyone.
Characters
Common collocations
- 性格沉稳to have a calm personality
- 沉稳的态度a composed attitude
- 显得很沉稳to appear very composed
- 处事沉稳to handle matters calmly
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines 沉 (sink, settle) with 稳 (stable), creating an image of someone whose emotions and reactions have 'settled' into steadiness, like sediment sinking to create a stable foundation.