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composure

/kəmˈpoʊʒər/
com · po · sure kəm · ˈpoʊ · ʒər
English Definition
n. calmness; control of emotions
中文释义
镇静,沉着
Significado en Español
composure, serenidad
한국어 뜻
침착, 평정
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
bình tĩnh, điềm tĩnh
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Example Sentence

She kept her composure during the crisis.

危机中她保持冷静。

Synonyms
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
compose (to form) + ure (noun).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

In the face of unexpected challenges during the debate, Jenna maintained her composure. In this context, the word “composure” most nearly means:

  1. A confusion
  2. B calmness
  3. C anger
  4. D frustration
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B — calmness. “composure” means n. calmness; control of emotions

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

Even during the emergency, the pilot kept her ______ and landed safely.

  1. A panic
  2. B chaos
  3. C fear
  4. D composure
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D — composure. “composure” means n. calmness; control of emotions

Common questions about “composure”

What does “composure” mean?

composure — n. calmness; control of emotions. In Chinese: 镇静,沉着.

How do you pronounce “composure”?

composure is pronounced /kəmˈpoʊʒər/. It breaks into 3 syllables: com · po · sure.

How do you use “composure” in a sentence?

She kept her composure during the crisis. (危机中她保持冷静。)

What are synonyms for “composure”?

calm, poise — all close in meaning to composure (n. calmness; control of emotions).

Is “composure” an ISEE Lower-level word?

Yes. composure appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “composure”?

compose (to form) + ure (noun).

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