unfazed
Calm and not bothered, even when things go wrong.
Unfazed means not bothered, worried, or disturbed by something that might upset or unsettle other people. When you're unfazed, you stay calm and composed even when things get difficult or surprising.
Picture a basketball player who misses three shots in a row but steps up for a fourth attempt with the same confidence, completely unfazed by the earlier mistakes. Or imagine a student who receives constructive criticism on their essay and simply nods, takes notes, and gets ready to improve it, unfazed by having to revise it.
Being unfazed is different from not caring. A student who's unfazed by a challenging math problem cares about solving it but doesn't let the difficulty shake their confidence. Someone unfazed by a friend's teasing might laugh along, showing that the jokes don't hurt their feelings. Athletes, performers, and anyone facing pressure often work to stay unfazed by distractions, setbacks, or critical moments. When you're unfazed, you keep your focus and composure, treating obstacles as just another part of the challenge ahead.