placidity
/plæ'siditi/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A state or quality of being calm, peaceful, and undisturbed: "Placidity" refers to a serene and tranquil condition, free from agitation or disturbance.
- A calm and untroubled disposition; serenity: It can describe a person's inherent temperament, characterized by quiet composure and emotional steadiness.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The placidity of the mountain lake at dawn was breathtaking. (The serene calmness of the mountain lake at dawn was breathtaking.)
- Her placidity in the face of the crisis reassured the entire team. (Her calm and untroubled disposition in the face of the crisis reassured the entire team.)
Advanced Usage
- "An air of placidity": A noticeable atmosphere or impression of calmness.
- Despite the chaos, the old librarian maintained an air of placidity. (Despite the chaos, the old librarian maintained a noticeable atmosphere of calmness.)
Variants and Related Words
- Placid (adj): Calm and peaceful, with little movement or activity; not easily upset.
- He has a placid temperament. (He has a calm and peaceful temperament.)
- Placidly (adv): In a calm and peaceful manner.
- She smiled placidly at the compliment. (She smiled in a calm and peaceful manner at the compliment.)
Synonyms
- Calmness: The state of being free from agitation or excitement.
- Serenity: The state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.
- Tranquility: The quality or state of being tranquil; calm.
Antonyms
- Agitation: A state of anxiety or nervous excitement.
- Turbulence: A state of conflict, confusion, or disorder.
- Restlessness: The inability to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom.
Noun
- a disposition free from stress or emotion
- a feeling of calmness; a quiet and undisturbed feeling