Level-headed

Alternative forms

• level headed, levelheaded

Full definition of level-headed

Adjective

1. (idiomatic) Sensible; rational; possessing sound judgment.
• 1909, Ralph Connor, The Foreigner, ch. 7:I urge you to weigh calmly, deliberately, as cool, level-headed Canadians, the evidence produced by the prosecution.

Usage notes

Often having the connotation of remaining calm, composed, and careful, of not acting out of reflex or excessive emotion.

Synonyms

• calm, deliberative, stable

Antonyms

• fiery, hotheaded, impetuous, rash