uncomposed

English

Etymology

From un- +‎ composed.

Adjective

uncomposed (comparative more uncomposed, superlative most uncomposed)

1. Lacking composure.
   • 2023, Martha Peaslee Levine, The Psychology of Trust, page 59:

     A person may express a sense of poise and composure in the presence of another or may appear nervous, anxious and uncomposed.

2. (not comparable) Not having been composed.
   • 2021, Ian Maxwell, Ernest John Moeran: His Life and Music, page 253:

     He also said that he had arranged for Coetmore to give the première of the as yet uncomposed concerto at the Capitol Theatre Dublin, with the concert being broadcast by Radio Éireann.

Derived terms

• uncomposedness