The princess had developed such great poise over her lifetime as a member of the royal family.
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staid -
Sedate, respectable, and unadventurous
Jill liked Bob, but she really wanted someone more dynamic and exciting, and Jill just couldn't see herself spending the rest of her life with someone so staid and kind of boring.
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finesse -
Do (something) in a subtle and delicate manner
After speaking with the customer like a friend, the salesman was able to finesse him into a sale.
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ascetic -
Practicing strict self-discipline and avoiding all forms of indulgence, often for religious reasons.
She adopted an ascetic lifestyle, giving up social media, junk food, and shopping.
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restraint -
The action of preventing or controlling someone or something or oneself from moving, acting, or progressing
There were many things that bothered her, but she decided to exercize restraint, and not spill out all her emotions at once.
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putter -
To do things in a relaxed way, without rushing
When Ed retired, he loved to putter in his basement workshop, building toys for his grandchildren.
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capricious -
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior
It was difficult to identify her true personality, given her capricious behavior.
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stringent -
Demanding high standards: Requiring strict attention to detail or high levels of accuracy.
The school has stringent rules about attendance and behavior.
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finesse -
Intricate and refined delicacy
Roger Federer is a championship player because of his finesse on the tennis court.
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pious -
Devoutly religious
For their pious commitment to God, the group of nuns were honored by a visit from the Pope.
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prude -
A person who is or claims to be easily shocked by matters relating to sex or nudity
As a natural prude, Tammy knew she would be very uncomfortable at a nude beach.
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austere -
Strictly simple and plain without decoration
The Amish have an austere and simple lifestyle, but it doesn't negatively affect their inner warmth and communal joy.
