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
1
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 notesIn plain EnglishStaying calm and steady rather than getting flustered.
Common pairings
keep one's composure
lose one's composure
regain composure
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Word forms
- Plural
- composures
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Etymology
From "compose" + the noun suffix "-ure."
Synonyms
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discomposure
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Rhymes for composure
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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.
