What is the meaning of placid?

Of a body of water. ( free from disturbance by heavy waves)
- usage: "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"
- synonyms: quiet, still, tranquil, smooth, unruffled
Not easily irritated.
- usage: "an equable temper"; "not everyone shared his placid temperament"; "remained placid despite the repeated delays"
- synonyms: equable, even-tempered, good-tempered

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