sophronia

/sɒfrɒˈniːə/

Definitions

1. noun

moderate or restrained emotion; calmness of mind

“The actress displayed a remarkable absence of sophronia in her dramatic monologue.”

2. noun

a feeling of calmness or composure

“The crowd’s sophronia was restored after the news of the hero’s rescue.”

Synonyms

  • composure
  • temperance

Antonyms

  • excitement
  • passion