Deadpan expressions are facial or vocal expressions devoid of emotion, often used for comedic effect. There are a variety of synonyms for this term, including poker face, straight face, stoic, impassive, unemotional, and blank expression. Poker face is perhaps the most commonly used synonym, especially when referring to someone who is deliberately trying to hide their feelings or intentions. A straight face implies a lack of emotion, but can also suggest that the person is being serious or thoughtful. Stoic and impassive tend to describe a more philosophical or contemplative expression, while blank expression suggests a lack of any discernible emotion at all.