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[ adjective ] free from disturbance
Examples "a ribbon of sand between the angry sea and the placid bay" "the quiet waters of a lagoon" "a lake of tranquil blue water reflecting a tranquil blue sky" "a smooth channel crossing" "scarcely a ripple on the still water" Used in print (Donald J. Plantz, Sweeney Squadron....)But Greg 's area remained as placid as a Florida dawn . (T. C. McClary, "The Flooded Desert," Argosy,...)The waters lay muddy but placid , without a ripple of movement against the wheels ; there was not a match width of damp mark to show they were receding . Related terms |
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[ adjective ] not easily irritated
Synonyms Examples "an equable temper" "not everyone shared his placid temperament" "remained placid despite the repeated delays" Used in print (Tristram Coffin, Not to the Swift....)Jane asked in her placid , interested way . Related terms |
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[ adjective ] without untoward incident or disruption
Synonyms Examples "a placid existence" "quiet times" Related terms |
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[ adjective ] not easily irritated
Synonyms Examples "an equable temper" "not everyone shared his placid temperament" "remained placid despite the repeated delays" Related terms |
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