stoically UK /ˈstəʊ.ɪk.əl.i/US /ˈstoʊ.ɪk.əl.i/ adverb3 •In a manner that endures pain and hardship without outwardly showing suffering or expressing complaint.Frank Connor look the news stoically and, except for a sudden and nearly unnoticed grimace, with no outward show of emotion. — 2010 •In a manner consistent with the philosophy of stoicism. •In an unfeeling manner that inwardly is unaffected by pain or distress.Regardless of how involved Carl outwardly appears, inside he holds himself stoically detached. — 1985 formsmore stoically · most stoically