学个词 aplomb

2023/12/15 15:19

【每日一词】 aplomb - n. 沉着;垂直;泰然自若

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Definition: noun ~ complete and confident composure or self-assurance : POISE
She played several roles with equal aplomb.

Synonyms
calmness,collectedness,composedness,coolness,countenance,equanimity,self-composedness,tranquillity

Examples of aplomb in a Sentence
1 In "The Most Famous Man in America," Applegate, a Ph.D. in American studies from Yale, tells this grand story with aplomb, intelligence and a sure feel for historical context. —Michael Kazin, New York Times Book Review, 16 July 2006
2 Stefan Soltesz conducts the excellent chorus and orchestra with aplomb, and television director Brian Large does his usual exemplary job. —Alan Wagner, Opera News, November 2001
3 During a script conference recounted in the New Yorker piece, Ley fielded a variety of questions with striking aplomb that sometimes verged on arrogance. —Frank Kuznik, Air & Space, April/May 1995
4 The trio traded verses as well as harmonized, and Carey hit the whistle notes with aplomb, as fan footage showcases. —Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2023
5 Further ramping up the tone, the show incorporates musical numbers, from frenzied dance music to cheesy pop ballads, all delivered with aplomb by Reich, who has a powerful voice and a fearless onstage investment in his own charisma. —Rebecca Mead, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2023