sangfroid

Definitions

Composure or coolness, sometimes excessive, as tried under strain.

The ability to stay calm in difficult or dangerous situations.

Examples

Despite the chaotic situation in the boardroom, the CEO maintained her sangfroid and calmly addressed the shareholders.

The bomb disposal expert displayed remarkable sangfroid as he carefully dismantled the device under immense pressure.

Synonyms

composure equanimity aplomb self-possession imperturbability coolness serenity

Antonyms

agitation anxiety panic perturbation nervousness trepidation dismay