Definitions for composure

composure com·po·sure

Spelling: [kuh m-poh-zher]
IPA: /kəmˈpoʊ ʒər/

Composure is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 15 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 19 points.

You can make 463 anagrams from letters in composure (cemooprsu).

Definitions for composure

noun

  1. serene, self-controlled state of mind; calmness; tranquillity:

Origin of composure

First recorded in 1590-1600; compose + -ure

Examples for composure

There was no lessening of the bride's composure as she replied, with a little shrug.

Throughout her shows, she has had to stop singing to regain her composure.

He recalled being angry and trying to keep his composure as he strode past Cosby into the front hall.

I remembered the object of my visit, and struggled for composure.

That day she embroidered with her usual application and composure.

At several points during his narrative, he has to stop to regain his composure.

I regained my composure and stepped fully inside the crowded hallway.

Had the encounter been anticipated his composure would perhaps have failed him.

Through it all, though, Holder has maintained his composure and remained focused on his legal and constitutional responsibilities.

I will now favor the company with a song of my own composure.

Word Value for composure
Scrable

15

Words with friends

19

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