unstirring

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English

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Etymology 1

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From un- +‎ stirring.

Adjective

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unstirring (comparative more unstirring, superlative most unstirring)

  1. Without stirring; quiet and still.
  2. Not stirring or rousing; not inspiring the emotions.
    • 1996, Prouty, Variety and Daily Variety Television Reviews, 1993-1994:
      While often moving, "The Kevorkian File" is surprisingly unstirring. In the end, calmness prevails.

Etymology 2

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Verb

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unstirring

  1. present participle and gerund of unstir