Self possession Synonyms, Self possession Antonyms

Synonyms for self possession

noun confidence, self-esteem

"command of one's emotions," 1745, from self- + possession (n.). Related: Self-possessed.

He drank deeply at times, but never to the loss of his dignity or self possession.

The Prince did then make a supreme effort to regain his self possession.

Felix was astounded at the self possession Joan now displayed.

Then he recovered his self–possession, and proceeded to surprise her.

There was a quiet dignity and self possession about her which became her much.

She was startled for a moment but immediately recovered her self possession.

But he did not say it, being indeed startled out of his self possession.

Grace preserves her self possession, but retreats quietly to the piano.

Yet, even now, his phenomenal firmness and self possession remained with him.

You reel off amazing statements with the self–possession of a young lady reciting a Browning poem.