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composure

/kəmˈpoʊʒər/
noun★Intermediate
formal

The state of being calm and in control of one's emotions, especially in difficult situations.

The actor's composure under pressure impressed the director.

The actor remained calm and professional during a high-stress scene.

Losing composure during a debate can weaken your argument.

Becoming emotional or flustered can make your points less convincing.

💡

Often used to describe someone's ability to stay calm in stressful or emotional situations.

Collocations

lose composureto become emotional or flusteredmaintain composureto stay calm and in control

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

keep a cool headphrase
to remain calm under pressure
stay level-headedphrase
to think clearly and calmly

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

Composure is often used to describe someone's ability to stay calm in stressful situations.

⚡Gold Rule

Formal Context

Use 'composure' in formal or professional settings to describe emotional control.

📖Word Origin

From Middle French 'composure' (14th century), from Latin 'compositus' (composed), past participle of 'componere' (to put together).

📝Usage Notes

Often used in formal or professional contexts to describe emotional control. Can be used both positively (maintaining composure) and negatively (losing composure).

Word Breakdown

com-
together
prefix
+
-pose
to place or arrange
root
+
-ure
state or condition
suffix
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