self-possession

self–pos·ses·sion

noun \-pə-ˈze-shən also -ˈse-\

Definition of SELF-POSSESSION

: control of one's emotions or reactions especially when under stress : presence of mind, composure

First Known Use of SELF-POSSESSION

1745

Related to SELF-POSSESSION

Synonyms: aplomb, calmness, collectedness, composedness, composure, cool, coolness, countenance, equilibrium, imperturbability, placidity, repose, sangfroid, self-composedness, self-possession, serenity, tranquillity (or tranquility), tranquilness

Antonyms: agitation, discomposure, perturbation

Related Words: assurance, confidence, poise, self-assurance, self-assuredness, self-confidence, self-trust; easygoingness, laid-backness; apathy, detachment, impassivity, indifference, insensibility, numbness, phlegm, unconcern

Near Antonyms: alarm (also alarum), anxiety, anxiousness, apprehension, apprehensiveness, care, concern, disquiet, solicitude, uneasiness, worry; excitability, excitableness, nervousness; disturbance

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Rhymes with SELF-POSSESSION

deaccession, decompression, indiscretion, intercession, intersession, introgression, misimpression, poster session, reimpression, retrogression, self-confession, self-expression, supersession