composure

[ kuhm-poh-zher ]
/ kəmˈpoʊ ʒər /
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noun

serene, self-controlled state of mind; calmness; tranquillity: Despite the hysteria and panic around him, he retained his composure.

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Origin of composure

First recorded in 1590–1600; compose + -ure

OTHER WORDS FROM composure

non·com·po·sure, noun

Words nearby composure

compossible, compost, compostable, compostela, composting toilet, composure, compotation, compotator, compote, compotier, compound
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Words related to composure

dignity, sobriety, equanimity, self-assurance, poise, aplomb, serenity, self-control, fortitude, equilibrium, control, self-possession, coolness, repose, stability, polish, ease, dispassion, nonchalance, contentment

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British Dictionary definitions for composure

composure
/ (kəmˈpəʊʒə) /

noun

calmness, esp of the mind; tranquillity; serenity
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