composed
adj. · v.-
1 calm and controlled (adj.) B2 Upper Intermediatecalm and in control of your emotions, especially in a difficult situation.
exhibiting composure; remaining calm and self-possessed under pressure.
ExampleEven though she was nervous about the speech, she looked very composed on stage.
ExampleThe witness remained remarkably composed throughout the aggressive cross-examination, answering each question with measured precision.
UsageUsually follows a linking verb like 'be', 'look', or 'seem'.
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2 made up of (v.) B2 Upper Intermediate Formalto be formed from different parts or people.
to be constituted or made up of specific elements or members.
ExampleThe committee is composed of parents, teachers, and local business owners.
ExampleThe atmosphere is primarily composed of nitrogen and oxygen, with trace amounts of other gases essential for life.
UsageAlmost always used in the passive voice as 'be composed of'.
PitfallThe team is composed by ten experts.The team is composed of ten experts.When describing what something is made of, the correct preposition is 'of'.