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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
| scintillate | to emit sparks : spark |
| nourishment | food |
| figurative | representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic |
| escapade | a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct |
| paradigm | example |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| conviction | the act or process of finding a person guilty of a crime especially in a court of law |
| plutocracy | government by the wealthy |
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