| word | placidity |
|---|---|
| definition | Serene freedom from interruption or disturbance; calmness. |
| eg_sentence | Her placidity seemed eerie in view of the destruction she had witnessed and the huge loss she had suffered. |
| explanation | A placid lake has a smooth surface untouched by wind. A placid scene is one in which everything seems calm; it may even include a meadow with a few placid cows grazing on it. Someone with a placid personality has an inner peacefulness that isn't easily disturbed. As a personality trait, placidity is surely a lot better than some of the alternatives; however, the word sometimes describes people who are also a bit passive, like those contented cows |
| IPA | placidity* |
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