self-possessed
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self–pos·sessed

adjective \-pə-ˈzest also -ˈsest\

Definition of SELF-POSSESSED

: having or showing self-possession : composed in mind or manner : calm
self–pos·sessed·ly \-ˈze-səd-lē, -ˈse-; -ˈzest-lē, -ˈsest-\ adverb

First Known Use of SELF-POSSESSED

1795

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