Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

A part of the placidity of the South comes from the sense of well-being that follows the heart-and-body-warming consumption of breads fresh from the oven. We serve cold baker's bread to our enemies, trusting that they will never impose on our hospitality again.

American Author

Norma Shearer

I get whatever placidity I have from my father. But my mother taught me how to take it on the chin.

American Actress

Placidity refers to inner peace, not just lack of physical commotion.

Emotional Calm

Placidity is a peaceful state, not a lack of caring or emotion.

Not Apathy

Placidity usually suggests someone is admirable for staying calm.

Positive Connotation

Placidity is especially notable in stressful situations.

Under Pressure

Placidity shows control over emotions, not that they're absent.

Controlled Emotions

People often see placidity as an impressive personal quality.

Placidity

Emotional Calm

Not Apathy

Positive Connotation

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