composed
/kəmˈpoʊzd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Showing composure.
Adjective
Examples
A kiss of reconciliation settled the matter, and Lord Penrhyn again composed himself in his most composing arm-chair.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “composed” mean?
Showing composure.
Is “composed” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.