noun Uncommon

composure

kuhm-POH-zhuh

Composure (noun) means a calm and controlled state of mind, especially under pressure. Example: “She kept her composure even as the crowd jeered.”

noun

A calm and controlled state of mind, especially under pressure.

"She kept her composure even as the crowd jeered."

How to Use Composure

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishStaying calm and steady rather than getting flustered.

Common pairings

keep one's composure lose one's composure regain composure

Word Forms

composures plural

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Etymology

From "compose" + the noun suffix "-ure."

Synonyms

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calm calmness equanimity

Related Words

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Rhymes for composure

pure cure sure azure nature future manure secure impure injure figure allure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “composure” mean?

The word “composure” means a calm and controlled state of mind, especially under pressure. In plain terms, staying calm and steady rather than getting flustered.

How do you pronounce “composure”?

“Composure” is pronounced kuhm-POH-zhuh (/kəmˈpoʊʒɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “composure” in a sentence?

Here is “composure” used in a sentence: “She kept her composure even as the crowd jeered.”

What part of speech is “composure”?

“Composure” is a noun.

Is “composure” a common word?

“Composure” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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