composed
UK/kәm'pәuzd/US
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Definitions
adj.
Calm and in control of one's emotions
镇静的，沉着的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcompos(e)together, with
+
-edplace, put, set
=composed
The -ed adjective of compose, from 'compose yourself': someone composed has their feelings gathered into calm order.
Common Collocations
- 1.calm and composed冷静沉着
- 2.remain composed保持镇定
- 3.cool and composed冷静镇定
Example Sentences
- 1.
She stayed calm and composed throughout the interview.
- 2.
He gave a composed answer despite the pressure.