Composure ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Composure ( noun )

The state of being calm and in control of oneself; self-possession.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from french, from latin composita, feminine past participle of componere "put together".

Examples:

1. He lost his composure and started yelling.
2. She maintained her composure throughout the difficult situation.
3. The news of his death shook her composure.
4. The candidate regained his composure during the debate.
5. The singer was able to perform with composure despite the large audience.

(As a verb)

Composure ( verb )

The state of being calm and in control of oneself; self-possession.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from french, from latin composita, feminine past participle of componere "put together".

Examples:

1. He lost his composure and started yelling.
2. She maintained her composure throughout the difficult situation.
3. The news of his death shook her composure.
4. The candidate regained his composure during the debate.
5. The singer was able to perform with composure despite the large audience.