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Sedateness

SEDA'TENESS

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Noun.
Calmness of mind, manner or countenance; freedom from agitation; a settled state; composure; serenity; tranquillity; as sedateness of temper or soul; sedateness of countenance; sedateness of conversation.

Definition 2024


sedateness

sedateness

English

Noun

sedateness (uncountable)

  1. The state or quality of being sedate; calmness of mind, manner, or countenance; composure; placidity; serenity; tranquillity.

References

  • sedateness in The Century Dictionary, The Century Co., New York, 1911