sang-froid

A form of sangfroid — Composure, self-possession or imperturbability especially when in a dangerous situation.

Meanings

noun
  1. alternativeAlternative spelling of sangfroid.

    For all this sang-froid, Professor Frankfurt was heartfelt in his philosophical pursuits.

    2023 July 17, James Ryerson, “Harry G. Frankfurt, Philosopher With a Surprise Best Seller, Dies at 94”, in The New York Times, →ISSN, archived from the original on 22 Jul 2023

Synonyms & antonyms

noungreat coolness and composure under strain

Synonym sets from Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

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APA

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MLA

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Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “sang-froid,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/sang-froid.

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