composed

(definition) by Webster 1913 Tue Dec 21 1999 at 22:37:48

Com*posed" (?), a.

Free from agitation; calm; sedate; quiet; tranquil; self-possessed.

The Mantuan there in sober triumph sate, Composed his posture, and his look sedate. Pope.

-- Com*pos"ed*ly (), adv. -- Com*pos"ed*ness, n.

 

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