Both Uses of
placid
in
Nicholas Nickleby
- Nicholas stopped short; for there was an indescribable expression of placid triumph, mingled with a modest confusion, lingering between the borders of Mrs Nickleby's nightcap, which arrested his attention suddenly.†
Chpt 37 *
- While he was thus employed, the closed eyes opened, and on the pale face there came a placid smile.†
Chpt 58
Definition:
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(placid) calm and not easily excited