Adjective
placid
IPA /ˈplæsɪd/
Usually calm and not easily upset, excited or angered by events or by the behaviour of people around you.
See example sentence: placid
Our placid dog stayed relaxed while the children played nearby.
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Adjective
unflappable
IPA /ʌnˈflæpəbəl/
Able to stay calm and think clearly when unexpected problems arise, even when other people become worried or upset.
See example sentence: unflappable
My unflappable aunt calmly found another route when we got lost.
Adjective
Phlegmatic
IPA /flɛɡˈmætɪk/
Having an unemotional and calm disposition; showing little emotion or excitement.
See example sentence: Phlegmatic
Even during the crisis, she remained phlegmatic, calmly guiding her team through the chaos.
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