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Marmoreal

usgb/mɑːrˈmɔːriəl/Volume
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Used to describe surfaces that resemble marble's smoothness or solidity. SlideThe sculptor's marmoreal creation impressed everyone.
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Implies a sense of emotional detachment or lack of warmth when describing someone's demeanor. SlideHer marmoreal gaze made it hard to guess her thoughts.
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Can be used metaphorically to describe things that are not literally marble but have its qualities. SlideHis marmoreal calm in the face of chaos was admirable.