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
Other Words from self-possessed
self-possessedly
\
ˌself-pə-ˈze-səd-lē
, -ˈse- ; -ˈzest-lē , -ˈsest-
\
adverb
, -ˈse- ; -ˈzest-lē , -ˈsest-
\
adverb
Synonyms & 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.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-possessed. Accessed 16 May. 2022.
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