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presence of mind

pres·ence of mind
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [prez-uh ns uhv, ov mahynd]
    • /ˈprɛz əns ʌv, ɒv maɪnd/
    • /ˈprezns əv maɪnd/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [prez-uh ns uhv, ov mahynd]
    • /ˈprɛz əns ʌv, ɒv maɪnd/

Definitions of presence of mind words

  • noun presence of mind a calm state of mind that allows one to think clearly or act effectively in an emergency. 1
  • noun presence of mind composure, clarity of thought 1
  • phrase presence of mind If you say that someone had the presence of mind to do something, you approve of them because they were able to think and act calmly in a difficult situation. 0
  • noun presence of mind the ability to remain calm and act constructively during times of crisis 0
  • noun presence of mind ability to think clearly and act quickly and intelligently in an emergency 0
See all 5 definitions of presence of mind

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Origin of presence of mind

First appearance:

before 1655
One of the 46% oldest English words
First recorded in 1655-65

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Parts of speech for Presence of mind

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Full grammatical hierarchy of Presence of mind

presence of mind popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 29% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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Synonyms for presence of mind

noun presence of mind

  • ataraxia — calmness or peace of mind; emotional tranquillity
  • ataraxy — a state of freedom from emotional disturbance and anxiety; tranquillity.
  • canniness — the quality of being canny
  • composure — Composure is the appearance or feeling of calm and the ability to control your feelings.
  • considerateness — showing kindly awareness or regard for another's feelings, circumstances, etc.: a very considerate critic.
All 14 Synonyms of presence of mind

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