SAT/TOEFL/GRE Vocabulary Help: Set 6
Words Related to “Calm”
1. Serene
• Meaning: Peaceful and untroubled.
• Connotation: Implies a deep and undisturbed calm.
• Example: She found the serene environment of the countryside very soothing.
• Connotation: Implies a deep and undisturbed calm.
• Example: She found the serene environment of the countryside very soothing.
2. Tranquil
• Meaning: Free from disturbance; calm.
• Connotation: Suggests stillness and a lack of chaos.
• Example: The lake was tranquil, reflecting the mountains like a mirror.
• Connotation: Suggests stillness and a lack of chaos.
• Example: The lake was tranquil, reflecting the mountains like a mirror.
3. Placid
• Meaning: Not easily upset or excited.
• Connotation: Describes a calm and steady temperament.
• Example: Despite the chaos, his placid demeanor remained unshaken.
• Connotation: Describes a calm and steady temperament.
• Example: Despite the chaos, his placid demeanor remained unshaken.
4. Composed
• Meaning: Having one’s feelings and expression under control; calm.
• Connotation: Suggests a deliberate and poised state of calm.
• Example: She remained composed during the interview, answering each question confidently.
• Connotation: Suggests a deliberate and poised state of calm.
• Example: She remained composed during the interview, answering each question confidently.
5. Equanimous
• Meaning: Having mental or emotional stability, especially under stress.
• Connotation: Suggests balanced and serene behavior.
• Example: His equanimous approach to solving problems made him an excellent leader.
• Connotation: Suggests balanced and serene behavior.
• Example: His equanimous approach to solving problems made him an excellent leader.
Quiz: Test Your Knowledge
1. Which word means “peaceful and untroubled”?
SerenePlacid
Composed
Equanimous
2. What word best describes being calm under stress?
TranquilEquanimous
Serene
Placid
3. Which word is defined as “not easily upset or excited”?
ComposedEquanimous
Placid
Tranquil
4. Which word implies having one’s feelings and expressions under control?
TranquilComposed
Serene
Placid
5. Which word suggests stillness and a lack of chaos?
PlacidComposed
Tranquil
Equanimous
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