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aplomb

noun

/əˈplɒm/

Meaning

Complete and confident self-assurance or poise.

She handled the difficult questions with aplomb.

confidence, assurance, composure, poise, calmness

nervousness, insecurity, hesitation

with aplomb, show aplomb, handle with aplomb

Power and influence over others; control or command over others.

the cracking or breaking of a hard object or material; a break in a bone

A difficult or unpleasant situation; hardship, misfortune.

The quality of wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly; diligence.

the state of being free from danger or threat; protection against harm

a gun with a long barrel that is fired from the shoulder