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composed
kəmˈpoʊzd
[kəmˈpoʊzd]
calm and in control
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Calm and showing no nervousness or agitation.
Example
She stayed composed during the interview.
She stayed composed during the interview.
Etymology
From 'compose', from Latin 'componere' meaning 'to put together'.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes calm self-control under pressure.