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
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
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distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
besetto set or stud with or as if with ornaments
aghaststruck with terror, amazement, or horror : shocked and upset
revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract
seasoneda time characterized by a particular circumstance or feature
impassivegiving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless
overbearingtending to overwhelm : overpowering