level-headed
Translation
level-headed, calm, sensible
Examples
She remained level-headed during the crisis.
She remained level-headed during the crisis.
Grammar Patterns
((to be level-headed)) to be calm and sensible, especially in a crisis She remained level-headed during the crisis.
Similar Words
Synonyms: calm, sensible, rational; Antonyms: hot-headed, impulsive
Etymology
A compound of 'level' (even, balanced) and 'headed' (having a certain kind of head or mind).
Memory Tips
Imagine someone's head is perfectly balanced, like a spirit level, so their thoughts are calm and not tilted by emotion.