stoically
adverb/ˈstəʊɪkli/
/ˈstəʊɪkli/
- without complaining about pain trouble or showing what you are feeling
- They reacted stoically to the news.
Word OriginFrom the Stoics, a group of ancient Greek philosophers, who believed that wise people should not allow themselves to be affected by painful or pleasant experiences.Want to learn more?
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