Placidity

usgb/pləˈsɪdəti/
noun

Calmness, peace with no disturbance.

Despite the chaos in his life, he maintained a sense of placidity.
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Often appears as...

  • sense of placidity
  • maintain placidity
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Emotional Calm

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

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The monk's placidity was evident despite the noisy streets.
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Not Apathy

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

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The teacher's placidity helped soothe the upset child.
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Positive Connotation

Placidity usually suggests someone is admirable for staying calm.

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She admired his placidity during the heated debate.
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