cool-headed
|cool/head/ed|
B2
/ˈkuːl ˈhɛdɪd/
calm composure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cool-headed' originates from the combination of 'cool' and 'head,' where 'cool' meant 'calm' and 'head' referred to 'mind or intellect.'
Historical Evolution
'cool-headed' evolved from the idea of having a 'cool' or calm 'head' in stressful situations, maintaining composure.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a calm mind,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
calm and composed, especially in difficult situations.
She remained cool-headed during the crisis.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41