staid

UK
/steɪd/
US
/steɪd/

Translations

staidadjective
staider
Comp.
staidest
Super.
UK
/steɪd/
US
/steɪd/
He has a staid demeanor that makes him seem very reliable.
У него уравновешенная манера поведения, которая делает его очень надежным.
The staid architecture of the building reflects its historical significance.
Солидная архитектура здания отражает его историческую значимость.
Her staid attitude towards work ensures that everything is done on time.
Ее серьезное отношение к работе гарантирует, что все будет сделано вовремя.
staidpast participle
UK
/steɪd/
US
/steɪd/
Historically the past participle of the verb "stay", now functioning adjectivally.

Definitions

staidadjective
Marked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint.
The staid professor always wore a suit and tie, even on casual Fridays.
Characterized by a serious, unadventurous, or conventional demeanor.
Her staid manner made her seem older than her years.
staidpast participle
Having remained or stayed; archaic past participle of "stay" (used attributively).
He had long staid at the manor before venturing abroad again.