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cool head

NOUN

composure

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aplomb dignity equanimity equilibrium fortitude poise self-assurance self-control serenity sobriety

STRONG

accord assurance balance calm contentment control cool coolness dispassion ease evenness harmony imperturbability moderation nonchalance placidity polish quiet quietude repose sang-froid sedateness self-possession stability tranquility

WEAK

coolheadedness even temper inexcitability levelheadedness peace of mind presence of mind

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agitation

STRONG

disagreement disproportion disturbance imbalance instability loudness noise turbulence violence wildness

WEAK

arousal discomposure excitement perturbedness upset

Example Sentences

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Until then, workers, business owners, and policymakers should keep a cool head.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Now 35, some of that open-field zip has gone from his game, but his dead-eyed set-piece accuracy and cool head is still highly valued.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

“But, as we always say: It takes a cool head and optimism to reach an accord.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2025

Getting Reacher to his target takes patience on our part and a cool head on his, two ideas that don't always align with our desires.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2025

No one ever keeps a cool head when shamblers are about.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland

cool head

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