composure
- serene, self-controlled state of mind; calmness; tranquillity: Despite the hysteria and panic around him, he retained his composure.
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dignity, sobriety, equanimity, self-assurance, poise, aplomb, serenity, self-control, fortitude, equilibrium, control, self-possession, coolness, repose, stability, polish, ease, dispassion, nonchalance, contentmentExamples from the Web for composure
Contemporary Examples of composure
He recalled being angry and trying to keep his composure as he strode past Cosby into the front hall.
Through it all, though, Holder has maintained his composure and remained focused on his legal and constitutional responsibilities.
Eric Holder’s Legacy: Bold on Equality, Less So on Civil LibertiesGeoffrey R. Stone
September 26, 2014
I regained my composure and stepped fully inside the crowded hallway.
At several points during his narrative, he has to stop to regain his composure.
Throughout her shows, she has had to stop singing to regain her composure.
Miley Cyrus Pays Bizarre Tribute to Her Dead Dog, Floyd, at a Brooklyn ConcertMarina Watts
April 7, 2014
Historical Examples of composure
Had the encounter been anticipated his composure would perhaps have failed him.
The SpendersHarry Leon Wilson
I remembered the object of my visit, and struggled for composure.
I will now favor the company with a song of my own composure.
Weighed and WantingGeorge MacDonald
There was no lessening of the bride's composure as she replied, with a little shrug.
Within the LawMarvin Dana
That day she embroidered with her usual application and composure.
The DreamEmile Zola
composure
- calmness, esp of the mind; tranquillity; serenity