1
as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the placidity of the area makes it a perfect vacation spot for people who just want to relax
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2
as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
his evident lack of placidity makes him poorly suited for such a stressful job
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as in peacefulness
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
her apparent placidity belied an inner turmoil as she faced a life-altering decision
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for placidity
Noun
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Charles took over offensively after the heated moment with 11 points in the third quarter alone, but the rest of the team struggled to maintain composure at either end.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
15 June 2025 -
That’s a box that Brooks could check Friday as the Griffins take on JSerra in the Division 2 championship at 7 p.m. Brooks, 14, is an attractive pick because of her composure, location and improvement.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
28 May 2025
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Whether through silent tea rituals or hikes along Dragon’s Back, the city wants to prove that serenity is possible even in the shadow of skyscrapers.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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At The Horse Shoe Farm, an 85-acre boutique resort in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Turchin family has created a unique enclave of creativity, serenity, and natural beauty.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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Earlier Monday, Russia and Ukraine held the first stage of a prisoner swap following an agreement reached during peace talks in Istanbul, Turkey.—
Jason Volack,
ABC News,
10 June 2025
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In a sign of how far from peace the belligerents are, Russia launched another major drone strike overnight, hitting a hospital maternity ward in Odesa and parts of Kyiv, killing two, Ukrainian officials said.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
10 June 2025
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Clusters of police officers stood at ease around courthouses and City Hall, drinking coffee and Red Bull, chatting with dog walkers, scrolling on their phones.—
Hailey Branson-Potts,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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Owners note the ease of use, build quality and functionality as some of its best features.—
Paul Brett,
Space.com,
12 June 2025
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If her body isn’t always willing, her mind and her heart are still keen on the sport, so Press makes her most valuable contributions now in the quiet of the locker room.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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From the misty hills of Harpers Ferry to the cosmic quiet of Green Bank, here’s how to explore one of the country’s most underrated summer destinations from east to west.—
West Virginia Tourism Office,
AFAR Media,
9 May 2025
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“Placidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/placidity. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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