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composed
adjective com·posed \-ˈpōzd\
: calm and in control of your emotions : not feeling or showing anger, fear, etc.
Full Definition of COMPOSED
: free from agitation : calm; especially : self-possessed
— com·pos·ed·ly \-ˈpō-zəd-lē\ adverb
— com·pos·ed·ness \-ˈpō-zəd-nəs\ noun
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First Known Use of COMPOSED
1607
Related to COMPOSED
- Synonyms
- collected, calm, cool, coolheaded, equal, level, limpid, peaceful, placid, possessed, recollected, sedate, self-composed, self-possessed, serene, smooth, together, tranquil, undisturbed, unperturbed, unruffled, unshaken, untroubled, unworried
Synonym Discussion of COMPOSED
cool, composed, collected, unruffled, imperturbable, nonchalant mean free from agitation or excitement. cool may imply calmness, deliberateness, or dispassionateness <kept a cool head>. composed implies freedom from agitation as a result of self-discipline or a sedate disposition <the composed pianist gave a flawless concert>. collected implies a concentration of mind that eliminates distractions especially in moments of crisis <the nurse stayed calm and collected>. unruffled suggests apparent serenity and poise in the face of setbacks or in the midst of excitement <harried but unruffled>. imperturbable implies coolness or assurance even under severe provocation <the speaker remained imperturbable despite the heckling>. nonchalant stresses an easy coolness of manner or casualness that suggests indifference or unconcern <a nonchalant driver>.
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COMPOSEDNESS Defined for Kids
composed
adjective com·posed \kəm-ˈpōzd\
Definition of COMPOSED for Kids
: being calm and in control emotionally <She sat composed during the whole interview.>
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