Pronunciation: /steɪd/
noun a sedate and respectable person
A1 I prefer more staid clothing for work.
A2 The staid atmosphere of the library was perfect for studying.
B1 Her staid demeanor made her the perfect candidate for the job.
B2 The staid nature of the meeting made it difficult to stay engaged.
C1 The staid decor of the restaurant added to its elegant ambiance.
C2 His staid personality made him seem aloof to others.
adjective serious, boring, or old-fashioned
A1 She lived a staid life, always following the same routine.
A2 The town's staid atmosphere was evident in its traditional architecture.
B1 The company's staid reputation attracted conservative investors.
B2 Despite his staid appearance, he had a wild sense of humor.
C1 The professor's staid demeanor belied his innovative teaching methods.
C2 Her staid personality made her the perfect candidate for the diplomatic role.
formal The staid board members were not amused by the comedian's jokes during the meeting.
informal The staid old professor fell asleep during the boring lecture.
slang The staid party was a total snooze fest.
figurative Her staid personality was like a calm lake, never showing any ripples of emotion.
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