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self-possession

[/ˌself.pəˈzeʃ.ən/]
nounfeminine
autodomínio
1. The state of being calm, composed, and in control of one's emotions and behavior
She maintained her self-possession even during the difficult interview.
Ela manteve seu autodomínio mesmo durante a entrevista difícil.
2. Confidence and poise in social or stressful situations
His self-possession impressed everyone at the presentation.
Seu autodomínio impressionou todos na apresentação.
NYC Slang
keeping your cool
Synonyms
composurepoiseequanimityself-controlaplombsangfroid
Antonyms
agitationnervousnessanxietypanicdistress

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
autodomínio
most common term in Brazilian Portuguese
General Brazilian
tranquilidade
alternative when emphasizing calmness
Portugal
autocontrolo
preferred spelling in European Portuguese
Portugal
presença de espírito
used to emphasize quick-thinking composure

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep one's head
keep one's cool
keep a stiff upper lip
stay composed
not lose one's nerve
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