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self-possessedhaving control of one's emotions; composed and confident

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: having control of one's emotions; composed and confident

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌsɛlf pəˈzɛst/

Korean meaning: 침착하고 자제력이 있는, 평정심을 유지하는

Korean pronunciation: 셀프 퍼**제**스트

Example Sentences

  • Even when the wedding cake collapsed, the bride remained remarkably self-possessed and simply laughed it off.
  • The self-possessed CEO handled the hostile takeover attempt with grace and strategic thinking.
  • My grandmother is so self-possessed that she once calmly finished her crossword puzzle during an earthquake.

self-possessed

ADJECTIVE

//ˌsɛlf pəˈzɛst//

having control of one's emotions; composed and confident

self-possessed concept
💡 Concept

a professional news anchor sits calmly at the broadcast desk while chaos erupts around her. She maintains perfect posture and speaks clearly into the camera despite technical equipment sparking and crew members rushing frantically behind her. Papers fly through the air and studio lights flicker as the emergency unfolds. The anchor's steady gaze and relaxed shoulders show no sign of stress or panic. Camera operators and producers gesture wildly trying to manage the crisis while she remains completely unaffected. Her serene facial expression contrasts sharply with the worried faces of everyone else. having complete control of one's emotions while staying composed and confident

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˌsɛlf pəˈzɛst/
🇬🇧 UK/ˌsɛlf pəˈzɛst/

🌳Etymology

Prefixself--
Rootpossess
Suffix--ed

Origin

Formed in the 16th century by combining 'self' (one's own person) with 'possessed' (owned or controlled). The original meaning was 'having possession of oneself,' referring to someone who maintains control over their emotions and behavior.

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🎵Rhyme

obsessedassessedblessedstressed
obsessed
assessed
blessed
stressed

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📝Examples

😄 Fun example

Even when the wedding cake collapsed, the bride remained remarkably self-possessed and simply laughed it off.

The self-possessed CEO handled the hostile takeover attempt with grace and strategic thinking.

😄 Fun example

My grandmother is so self-possessed that she once calmly finished her crossword puzzle during an earthquake.

The diplomat's self-possessed demeanor helped defuse the tense international situation.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

composedcollectedcalmpoisedunflappable

Antonyms

flusteredagitatedrattled

Related

self-controlcomposureequanimitypoiseserenity