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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| nutritious | nourishing |
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| motif | a usually recurring salient thematic element (as in the arts) |
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |
| high-flown | exceedingly or excessively high or favorable |
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