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composure

[kuhm-poh-zher] / kəmˈpoʊ ʒər /
NOUN
calmness, collectedness
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aplomb dignity equanimity equilibrium fortitude poise self-assurance self-control serenity sobriety
STRONG
accord assurance balance calm contentment control cool coolness dispassion ease evenness harmony imperturbability moderation nonchalance placidity polish quiet quietude repose sang-froid sedateness self-possession stability tranquility
WEAK
cool head coolheadedness even temper inexcitability levelheadedness peace of mind presence of mind
Antonyms
STRONGEST
agitation
STRONG
disagreement disproportion disturbance imbalance instability loudness noise turbulence violence wildness
WEAK
arousal discomposure excitement perturbedness upset

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“We have some young guys in there, it’s their first time playing varsity football. He’s kept his composure and really let those guys grow.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026

But in that moment, the kid showed true composure.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2026

And Rybakina's ice-cool composure - the direct opposite of the Belarusian's combustible nature - was a key difference as she took control at Flushing Meadows.

From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026

The former Brighton boss could see the positives but needs his men to discover their composure.

From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026

I regain my composure and force a smile, hoping it doesn’t look forced.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman