CEFR B2

level-headed

adjective

Meaning

Calm, sensible, and able to make good decisions, especially in difficult situations.

Examples

Despite the chaos, the pilot remained level-headed and guided the plane to a safe landing.
A good leader needs to be level-headed and not let emotions cloud their judgment.

Synonyms: calm, sensible, balanced, composed, equitable

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level-headed (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌlɛvəlˈhɛdɪd/

Definition

Calm, sensible, and able to make good decisions, especially in difficult situations.

Examples

Despite the chaos, the pilot remained level-headed and guided the plane to a safe landing.
A good leader needs to be level-headed and not let emotions cloud their judgment.
She has a level-headed approach to problem-solving, always considering all angles.

How to Use level-headed

level-headed about (prepositional phrase): Calm and sensible regarding a specific topic or situation. — "He's very level-headed about his finances."

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