B2 — Upper Intermediateadjective
pacato
calm, measured, even-tempered
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
calmotranquillomisuratoequilibratoriflessivo
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
esuberanteagitatoimpulsivofocosoirascibile
Usage note
'Pacato' specifically describes a measured, quiet manner (tone of voice, movements). More specific than 'calmo'. 'Misurato' means measured/restrained. 'Equilibrato' means balanced overall. 'Tranquillo' is simply quiet. 'Flemmatico' adds British-style unflappability.
Example
"Parla sempre in tono pacato, anche quando è arrabbiato."
"He always speaks in a measured tone, even when he is angry."
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