sang-froid

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Definitions of sang-froid word

noun sang-froid coolness of mind; calmness; composure: They committed the robbery with complete sang-froid. 1
uncountable noun sang-froid A person's sang-froid is their ability to remain calm in a dangerous or difficult situation. 0
noun sang-froid composure; self-possession; calmness 0
noun sang-froid cool self-possession or composure 0

before 1740

One of the 48% newest English words

1740-50; < French: literally, cold blood

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 5% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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composure — Composure is the appearance or feeling of calm and the ability to control your feelings.
imperturbability — incapable of being upset or agitated; not easily excited; calm: imperturbable composure.
collectedness — The state or quality of being collected.
cool — Something that is cool has a temperature which is low but not very low.
coolheadedness — The state or characteristic of being coolheaded.