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Definition of placidly adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

placidly

adverb
 
/ˈplæsɪdli/
 
/ˈplæsɪdli/
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  1. in a way that shows that you are not easily excited or annoyed
    • ‘Of course,’ said Helen placidly.
  2. in a calm and peaceful way, with very little movement synonym tranquilly
    • The river sparkled placidly in the sun.
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