self-possession
nounUK /ˌself pəˈzeʃ.ən/
US /ˌself pəˈzeʃ.ən/
The ability to stay calm and in control of yourself.
She answered the difficult questions with remarkable self-possession.
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2. The state of owning or having something yourself.
The self-possession of the land gave the family full rights to it.
3. A calm and confident manner that shows you trust yourself.
His self-possession impressed everyone at the interview.
4. The quality of not being easily upset or shaken by others.
Even during the storm, the captain showed great self-possession.