
Stonily
Emotion Concealment
Used to describe someone hiding their feelings, often to appear strong or unfazed.
Despite the criticism, she responded stonily, hiding her upset.
Unresponsive Behavior
Indicates a person's lack of reaction, can imply indifference or unreadability.
During the interrogation, the suspect sat stonily, giving nothing away.
Strained Atmosphere
Highlights tension in a situation; people may be emotionally affected but remain outwardly stoic.
The room fell silent as the verdict was read, faces turning stonily grave.