self-pos·sessed | \ ˌself-pə-ˈzest 
also -ˈsest \
also -ˈsest \Definition of self-possessed
: having or showing self-possession : composed in mind or manner : calm
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self-possessedly \ ˌself-pə-ˈze-səd-lē , -ˈse- ; -ˈzest-lē , -ˈsest- \ adverb
, -ˈse- ; -ˈzest-lē , -ˈsest- \ adverbSynonyms & Antonyms for self-possessed
Synonyms
- calm,
- collected,
- composed,
- cool,
- coolheaded,
- equal,
- level,
- limpid,
- peaceful,
- placid,
- possessed,
- recollected,
- sedate,
- self-composed,
- serene,
- smooth,
- together,
- tranquil,
- undisturbed,
- unperturbed,
- unruffled,
- unshaken,
- untroubled,
- unworried
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self-possessed
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of self-possessed
: having or showing control of your feelings or actions especially in a difficult situation
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self-possessed
adjectiveself-pos·sessed | \ ˌself-pə-ˈzest \
Kids Definition of self-possessed
: having or showing control of emotions or reactions
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The first known use of self-possessed was in 1766
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