composures
States of calm
Composures is the plural of composure, but composure rarely takes a plural form.
Composure is a state of calm self-possession, especially under stress: She maintained her composure during the cross-examination.
The plural might appear when discussing different instances or types of calm demeanor: the varied composures of the witnesses on the stand.
Peaceful mental state
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
- equanimityUnshakable mental steadiness
- self-controlAbility to restrain impulses
- poiseGraceful, unshakable calm
tranquility · collectedness · steadiness · placidity · coolness · level-headedness · imperturbability · sangfroid
Outward manner, conduct
- bearingPosture or orientation
- deportmentManner and conduct
- mannerWay of behaving
- countenanceFace or expression
dignity · grace · decorum · propriety · comportment · self-presentation · etiquette · refinement
Organized plans or configurations
- creationsThings made anew
- worksFunctions or labors
- orchestrationsInstrumental arrangement of compositions
- scoresAchieves points; many
settings · adaptations · harmonizations · constructions · formations · configurations · structurings · assemblages
calmness
Peaceful mental state
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
- equanimityUnshakable mental steadiness
- self-controlAbility to restrain impulses
poise · tranquility · collectedness · steadiness · placidity · coolness · level-headedness · imperturbability · sangfroid · unflappability
demeanor
Outward manner, conduct
- bearingPosture or orientation
- deportmentManner and conduct
- mannerWay of behaving
countenance · dignity · grace · decorum · propriety · comportment · self-presentation · etiquette · refinement · gentility
arrangements
Organized plans or configurations
- creationsThings made anew
- worksFunctions or labors
- orchestrationsInstrumental arrangement of compositions
scores · settings · adaptations · harmonizations · constructions · formations · configurations · structurings · assemblages · syntheses
composurespanics
Loses control from fear
agitations · distresses · anxieties · turmoils · perturbations
composuresoutbursts
Sudden emotional eruptions
meltdowns · tantrums · fits · breakdowns · loss of control