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maltti — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • composure noun A calm and controlled state of mind, especially under pressure.
  • patience noun The ability to wait calmly or endure difficulty without becoming frustrated.
  • restraint noun A device or measure that holds something back or keeps it secure.
  • stay verb To remain in a place rather than leaving.
  • temperance noun Self-restraint, especially in eating, drinking, or other appetites.

Senses

maltti is used for these senses in English:

  • composure Calmness of mind or temperament.
  • patience The quality of being patient.
  • presence of mind Focused alertness, good sense, quick-thinking resourcefulness, or stability of feeling and thought, especially in spite of circumstances which are distracting, stressful, or otherwise challenging.
  • restraint (uncountable) control or caution; reserve
  • stay Restraint of passion; prudence; moderation; caution; steadiness; sobriety.
  • temperance Moderation of passion; calmness.

patience — full definition

  1. noun The ability to wait calmly or endure difficulty without becoming frustrated.
  2. noun A card game played by one person, arranging cards in a set order (also called solitaire).

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