composed
/kəmˈpəʊzd/adjective
Calm and in control of your feelings, especially in a difficult situation.
Example sentences
- “She looked composed as she walked onto the stage.”
- “Despite the bad news, he stayed composed and kept asking questions.”
- “The pilot's composed voice reassured the nervous passengers.”
Often used with 'remain', 'stay', or 'look': remain composed under pressure. To 'compose yourself' is to calm down after being upset.