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Q: How does the noun 'composure' contrast with its synonyms?

The words equanimity and sangfroid are common synonyms of composure . While all three words mean "evenness of mind under stress," composure implies the controlling of emotional or mental agitation by an effort of will or as a matter of habit. // maintaining his composure even under hostile questioning

Q: When is 'equanimity' a more appropriate choice than 'composure'?

Although the words equanimity and composure have much in common, equanimity suggests a habit of mind that is only rarely disturbed under great strain. // accepted her troubles with equanimity

Q: Where would 'sangfroid' be a reasonable alternative to 'composure'?

While in some cases nearly identical to composure , sangfroid implies great coolness and steadiness under strain. // handled the situation with professional sangfroid

composure

noun

kəm-ˈpō-zhər

Definition of composure

as in calmness

evenness of emotions or temper kept his composure in spite of the repeated provocations

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How does the noun composure contrast with its synonyms?

The words equanimity and sangfroid are common synonyms of composure. While all three words mean "evenness of mind under stress," composure implies the controlling of emotional or mental agitation by an effort of will or as a matter of habit.

maintaining his composure even under hostile questioning

When is equanimity a more appropriate choice than composure?

Although the words equanimity and composure have much in common, equanimity suggests a habit of mind that is only rarely disturbed under great strain.

accepted her troubles with equanimity

Where would sangfroid be a reasonable alternative to composure?

While in some cases nearly identical to composure, sangfroid implies great coolness and steadiness under strain.

handled the situation with professional sangfroid

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Recent Examples of composure The 32-year-old Honduran admitted to fighting to try to keep his composure. — Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 19 Sep. 2026 That’s a testament to her leadership, composure and ability to manage multiple moving parts during a time of crisis. — Kathy Lee, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026 The composure, creativity,arm talent,and ability to deliver when the pressure is at its highest are simply special. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2026 But that drop in intensity quickly veered into carelessness, with the defence failing to assert its composure amid loose passes and hapless communication mix-ups. — Chris McKenna, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for composure

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Noun

Quince syrup helps soothe sore throats, while jujube syrup promotes calmness.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Oct. 2026
Ous’ goal came from the penalty spot; that gave us a bit more calmness.

— Tom Burrows, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of calmness

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Its central location in the old town (a seven-minute walk to the beach) is staggering given its overall feeling of serenity and calm.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
In Between turned their Topanga A-frame cabin into a sanctuary, reshaping rooms to prioritize serenity, views and healing.

— Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of serenity

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And despite its inherent coolness, the music and culture is a very studious art form.

— Steve Baltin, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026
And during the hottest months in the summer, many of us seek the coolness of the indoors and the promise of autumnal temperatures that will come.

— Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of coolness

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In the close quarters of the boat, the family’s fragile equilibrium, long organised around his volatility, begins to crack.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2026
The warm gravy seeped into the buttermilk biscuit pieces just enough to create a divine equilibrium between damp and drenched.

— Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of equilibrium

Noun

In reality, a good AI governance framework is connective tissue between an organization’s ambition to use AI for greater good and the assurance that good is actually being delivered.

— Jeffrey Bartel, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026
Tjon brings more than 16 years of experience across certification, assurance and global textile supply chains.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026

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