untroubled

untroubled — adjective

1. not feeling worried, upset, or affected by something that would normally cause s

1.形容詞B2
釋義

not feeling worried, upset, or affected by something that would normally cause stress or concern.

例句

Gabriela remained untroubled by the criticism from her coworkers.

pattern: untroubled by + [source of concern]

Ritu felt completely untroubled about her decision to switch careers.

pattern: untroubled about + [decision/issue]

同義詞
  • unworried

    more informal, common in everyday speech

  • carefree

    suggests a happier, lighter state; implies freedom from any responsibilities

  • unconcerned

    can carry a negative tone of not caring enough

反義詞
  • troubled

    direct opposite; feeling worried or upset

  • disturbed

    stronger, implies being mentally affected or unsettled

用法筆記

Commonly followed by 'by' (untroubled by + noun) or 'about' (untroubled about + noun). The subject is typically a person or a living creature.

常見錯誤

❌He was untroubled about the exam results when he should have been worried.
✅He was unconcerned about the exam results when he should have been worried.
💡'untroubled' is neutral or positive; it sounds odd when the speaker wants to express disapproval of the person's attitude.

2. calm, peaceful, and free from any worries, fears, or doubts — used to describe a

2.形容詞C1
釋義

calm, peaceful, and free from any worries, fears, or doubts — used to describe a person's state of mind or the appearance of a scene or place.

例句

The surface of the lake was untroubled, reflecting the mountains like a perfect mirror.

collocation: untroubled + [body of water]

Camille had an untroubled expression on her face during the long flight.

collocation: untroubled expression

同義詞
  • serene

    similar register; often used for landscapes and faces

  • tranquil

    suggests a stillness and quietness, often of a place

  • placid

    focus on the smooth, undisturbed surface of water or a calm temperament

反義詞
  • troubled

    direct opposite; full of worries or doubts

  • agitated

    restless or disturbed, opposite of peaceful calm

  • anxious

    feeling worried or nervous

用法筆記

More common in literary or descriptive writing than in everyday conversation. Often describes natural scenes (a lake, the sea, the sky) or a person's facial expression.

常見錯誤

❌The baby was untroubled.' (when simply meaning she was not crying)
✅The baby was calm and content.
💡'untroubled' is too literary for a simple everyday observation about a baby.