C1adjectiveemotionsnature
US/ˈplæs.ɪd/
UK/ˈplæs.ɪd/
calm and not easily upset or excited; also describing still, peaceful water
In context
Our baby is so placid that she rarely cries.
The placid surface of the lake reflected the mountains.
Labradors are placid dogs that get along well with children.
Words that go with placid
adjective + noun
- placid natureThanks to his placid nature, he never argues with anyone.
- placid temperamentThese horses are chosen for their placid temperament.
- placid lakeWe rowed across the placid lake at dawn.
- placid surfaceNot a single wave broke the placid surface of the sea.
- placid faceHer placid face hid how nervous she really was.