staid
IPA: stˈeɪd
verb
- Obsolete spelling of stayed
adjective
- Not capricious or impulsive; sedate, serious, sober.
- (rare) Always fixed in the same location; stationary.
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Examples of "staid" in Sentences
- Despite his efforts to liven up the party, the atmosphere remained staid and dull
- The company's dress code was strict, requiring all employees to wear staid, professional attire
- The staid old librarian shushed anyone who dared to speak above a whisper in the library
- The small town had a reputation for being staid and unchanging, much to the dismay of its younger residents
- He was known for his staid demeanor, rarely showing emotion or excitement in any situation
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