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staid

UK //steɪd//US //steɪd//

词源

源自中古英语 'stayed'(停留的),原为动词 'stay' 的过去分词,后演变为形容词,表示“固定的”或“稳重的”。

adjective

❶ 形容人或行为举止沉稳、庄重、不轻浮,通常带有传统或保守的意味。

“He was a staid and serious businessman who never took risks.”

(他是一个稳重严肃的商人,从不冒险。)

“Her staid demeanor made her the perfect candidate for the diplomatic role.”

(她沉稳的举止使她成为外交职位的理想人选。)

同义词:serious, sedate, sober, dignified, reserved

常见短语

staid and proper — 形容人或行为非常庄重得体,符合传统规范,常用于描述保守的社会环境。

“The small town was known for its staid and proper way of life.”

(这个小镇以其庄重得体的生活方式闻名。)