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Definition of “level-headed”

level-headed

Definitions

adjective

  1. even-tempered, balanced, and reliable; steady

Derived Forms

ˌlevel-ˈheadedly adverb
ˌlevel-ˈheadedness noun

Example Sentences Including 'level-headed'

"'It's just a coincidence," said Moore, trying to remain level-headed.
Asimov, Isaac The Complete Stories Volume 2
As well as being more level-headed than her character, Julie has a healthier attitude to money.
Sun, News of the World (2002)
But Ben is a level-headed boy --- are you really telling me that because of my leaving he has suddenly flipped and become a neurotic?
Jane Asher LOSING IT (2002)
Canadian Jade Carter, who has had small parts in Canadians productions, is the most level-headed.
Globe and Mail (2003)
Charlton said: "Michael is gifted and a level-headed young person.
Sun, News of the World (2001)
However, as a general review, it proves admirably level-headed.
New Scientist (2004)
Irish coach Pete McGrath said he didn't read the post-match reviews and admitted his job this week was to keep his players level-headed.
The Advertiser, Sunday Mail (2004)
Someone with enough of a reputation for piss-taking to make your average level-headed businessman run a mile.
Nicola Barker BEHINDLINGS (2002)
`On the evidence of Be Here Now, Oasis don't sound afraid of anything,' wrote the usually level-headed Paul Du Noyer.
John Harris THE LAST PARTY: Britpop, Blair and the demise of English rock (2003)

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