Synonyms for Placid
Definition of placid
- adjective
- (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"
9 synonyms found
Writing tips for "placid"
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"Placid" in song lyrics
See how placid is used in real songs:
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"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.