Placid
/ˈplæsɪd/
Placid means being calm and peaceful, like a still lake or a quiet room. It describes a person who stays relaxed and doesn’t get upset easily, even when things get a little chaotic.
Examples
- The placid lake reflected the colorful sunset, creating a picture-perfect scene that made us all feel peaceful as we enjoyed our picnic by the water.
- During our science class, we learned about how placid animals, like sloths, spend most of their time resting and moving slowly through the trees.
- My grandmother has a placid demeanor, which makes everyone feel calm and relaxed whenever we visit her cozy home filled with books and warm cookies.
Synonyms
calm
peaceful
serene
tranquil
quiet
still
Antonyms
excited
chaotic
agitated
nervous
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