GRE Word List

COMPOSURE

a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession

The meaning of the word composure is a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession.

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WordMeaning
enduringlasting
confoundto throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity
figurativerepresenting by a figure or resemblance : emblematic
melancholydepression of spirits : dejection
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
ingrainedforming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
cumulativeincreasing by successive additions
germa small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism or one of its parts
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt