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composure

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

noun

  1. serene, self-controlled state of mind; calmness; tranquility.

    Despite the hysteria and panic around him, he retained his composure.
    Synonyms:
    self-possession, equanimity, coolness, quiet, serenity, equability
    Antonyms:
    agitation
composure British  
/ kəmˈpəʊʒə /

noun

  1. calmness, esp of the mind; tranquillity; serenity

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Other Word Forms

  • noncomposure noun

Etymology

Origin of composure

First recorded in 1590–1600; compose + -ure

Example Sentences

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Whisk in milk with a diplomatic splash of chicken stock, slowly, so the mixture thickens with composure.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

London City Lionesses forward Nikita Parris said it was a "poor refereeing decision" while ex-striker Ellen White called for more composure from the officials.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Markets have, by and large, maintained their composure in the face of a 60% rise in the price of Brent in the last month.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

Kudos to Styles who managed to mostly keep his composure as Hernández glided around him.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

For a moment I thought Charles might lose his composure.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt

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