cold
fish
noun
Third Person
cold fish
1
someone who does not express emotions and is considered unfriendly
The idiom "cold fish" has its roots in the early 20th century and it likely stems from the association of fish with cold-blooded animals that do not exhibit warm emotions or expressions. It is used to describe someone who seems unfeeling, aloof, or indifferent, often making it difficult for others to form a close or emotional connection with them.
- At social gatherings, she tends to be a bit of a cold fish, preferring to keep to herself rather than engaging with others.
- Her colleagues found her difficult to approach, as she seemed like a cold fish, never showing much interest in their conversations.
- John is a nice guy, but he comes across as a bit of a cold fish.It's hard to tell what he's really thinking or feeling.
- When he heard the sad news, he remained a cold fish, not showing any emotion or offering sympathy.
- He rarely smiles, making him seem like a cold fish.