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placid Synonyms

Another word for placid

Choosing another word for placid depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Not easily upset, excited, or angered; having a calm and even-tempered disposition.

Usage Example

"The golden retriever had a even-tempered nature that made him ideal for households with young children."

Strongest
even-tempered
calm
Strong
mild
gentle
composed
unruffled
easygoing
imperturbable
equable
docile

• adjective (Context 2)

Calm and peaceful, with little movement or activity (especially of water, weather, or a setting).

Usage Example

"Early in the morning, the mist hung low over the tranquil surface of the mountain lake."

Strongest
tranquil
serene
peaceful
calm
still
Strong
quiet
smooth
undisturbed
untroubled
halcyon

Opposites of placid

The opposite of placid shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

turbulent
excitable
stormy
agitated
volatile
rough
tempestuous
tumultuous
See all opposites of placid

• Nearby Words

placement
placenta
placental
placid
placidity
placidly
plagianthus

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Placid. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/placid
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