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I heard my wife use this word yesterday, and I like this word.

The noun “aplomb” means self-confident poise, assurance, or self-possession or great composure under strain.

The word dates back to mid-1820s French and literally means according to the plummet, as in straight up and down.

(Quote) “She gave the speech with aplomb.” (unquote) is a good example of how to use this noun.

Applying the noun’s literal meaning to this example, we get (quote) “She gave the speech without leaning or swaying.” (unquote).

Is that not a descriptive picture of self-confidence?!

Consider adding “aplomb” to your vocabulary.

You might be surprised by how useful this noun can be.