placidly
Definition
Adverb: 1. In a calm, peaceful, and undisturbed manner; without agitation or excitement: Describes an action performed with a state of serene tranquility and composure. 2. In a good-natured and unruffled manner: Describes an action performed with a gentle, agreeable, and untroubled disposition.
Examples of Usage
Advanced Usage
- "To take something placidly": To accept or receive news, criticism, or a situation with calm acceptance and without protest.
- He took the unexpected change of plans placidly, much to everyone's surprise.
Variants and Related Words
- Placid (adjective): Not easily upset or excited; calm and peaceful.
- She has a placid temperament.
- The placid surface of the pond reflected the trees perfectly.
- Placidity (noun): The quality or state of being placid; calmness.
- The placidity of his expression hid his inner turmoil.
Synonyms
- Calmly: In a peaceful, quiet, and untroubled manner.
- Serenely: In a calm, dignified, and untroubled manner.
- Tranquilly: In a free from disturbance or agitation manner.
- Composedly: In a calm and self-controlled manner.
Antonyms
- Agitatedly: In a troubled or excited manner.
- Frantically: In a hurried, excited, and chaotic manner.
- Restlessly: In an unable to rest or relax manner.
Adverb
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in a placid and good-natured manner
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I put the questions, and she answered them placidly
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in a quiet and tranquil manner
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the sea now shimmered placidly before our eyes
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