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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ingenioushaving or showing an unusual aptitude for discovering, inventing, or contriving
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spryable to move quickly, easily, and lightly : nimble
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culpablemeriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful
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