self-possessed
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌself.pəˈzesd/
Definition
Having or showing control over your emotions and behavior, especially in difficult situations.
Examples
She gave a self-possessed answer to the difficult question.
He was surprisingly self-possessed during the chaotic event.
Despite the pressure, the speaker remained self-possessed.
How to Use self-possessed
- self-possessed in (prepositional phrase)
- Calm and in control within a specific situation. — "She was remarkably self-possessed in the face of criticism."
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