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Placid Definition & Meaning

placid
adjective
  1. (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves; "a ribbon of sand between the angry sea and the placid bay"; "the quiet waters of a lagoon"; "a lake of tranquil blue water reflecting a tranquil blue sky"; "a smooth channel crossing"; "scarcely a ripple on the still water"; "unruffled water"
  2. not easily irritated; "an equable temper"; "not everyone shared his placid temperament"; "remained placid despite the repeated delays"

"Placid" in song lyrics

See how placid is used in real songs:

  • "So raw, so uncut, uh, you can smell it through the placid"
    Black Moon — Stay Real
  • "You must be on acid or from Lake Placid"
    Diamond & The Psychotic Neurotics — I Went For Mine
  • "Sever the head of the gator in Lake Placid"
    King Syze f/ Esoteric, Vinnie Paz — Blitz Inc.

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Frequently asked questions

What does placid mean?
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves; "a ribbon of sand between the angry sea and the placid bay"; "the quiet waters of a lagoon"; "a lake of tranquil blue water reflecting a tranquil blue sky"; "a smooth channel crossing"; "scarcely a ripple on the still water"; "unruffled water" not easily irritated; "an equable temper"; "not everyone shared his placid temperament"; "remained placid despite the repeated delays"
What part of speech is placid?
Placid is an adjective.
How many definitions does placid have?
Placid has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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