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self–possessed
adjective self–pos·sessed \-pə-ˈzest also -ˈsest\
: having or showing control of your feelings or actions especially in a difficult situation
Full Definition of SELF-POSSESSED
: having or showing self-possession : composed in mind or manner : calm
— self–pos·sessed·ly \-ˈze-səd-lē, -ˈse-; -ˈzest-lē, -ˈsest-\ adverb
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First Known Use of SELF-POSSESSED
1795
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- collected, composed, cool, coolheaded, equal, level, limpid, peaceful, placid, possessed, recollected, sedate, self-composed, self-possessed, serene, smooth, together, tranquil, undisturbed, unperturbed, unruffled, unshaken, untroubled, unworried
SELF-POSSESSED Defined for Kids
self–possessed
adjective self–pos·sessed \ˌself-pə-ˈzest\
Definition of SELF-POSSESSED for Kids
: having or showing control of emotions or reactions
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