composure
intermediateB2/kəmˈpoʊʒər/ · com-po-sure
The state of being calm and in control of oneself; self-possession.
Meanings
The state of being calm and in control of oneself; self-possession.
ایسی حالت جس میں انسان پرسکون اور اپنے اوپر قابو رکھتے ہوئے ہوتا ہے؛ خود اعتمادی۔
سکون
sukoon
Synonyms
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Common Collocations
- maintain composure
- composure under pressure
- loss of composure
Example Sentences
Despite the chaos around him, he maintained his composure.
اس کے ارد گرد افراتفری کے باوجود، اس نے سکون برقرار رکھا۔
Us ke ardu gird ifrat-e-fari ke bawajood, us ne sukoon barqarar rakha.
Her composure during the interview impressed the panel.
انٹرویو کے دوران اس کا سکون پینل پر بہت اثر انداز ہوا۔
Interview ke doran us ka sukoon panel par bohot asar andaaz hua.
He lost his composure when he received the news.
جب اسے خبر ملی تو وہ اپنا سکون کھو بیٹھا۔
Jab use khabar mili to woh apna sukoon kho baitha.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'composure' as composing yourself calmly in stressful situations.
Imagine a serene lake that reflects a clear sky, symbolizing inner calmness.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
آتے ہیں غمِ عشق میں بے حال کرنا، کیا جانے کس کو سکون ہے درکار کرنا؟
Aate hain gham-e-ishq mein behaal karna, Kya jaane kis ko sukoon hai darkaar karna?
In love’s sorrow they come to leave one in distress, Who knows who needs peace and rest?
— Mirza Ghalib, Diwan-e-Ghalib
* Poetry attribution is AI-generated and may require verification.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
سکون دل سے ملتا ہے
sukoon dil se milta hai
Peace is found through the heart.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "componere" — to put together
First known use: 15th century
The word 'composure' has evolved from the Latin term 'componere,' meaning to put together or assemble. In English, it has come to represent a state of calmness and self-control.