1800-1900French ‘quality of being perpendicular’, from Old Frencha plomb ‘according to the plumb line’
Examples
EXAMPLES FROM THE CORPUS
He normally didn't like wearing uniforms in films, but wore them with aplomb.
However, the so-called case histories which they composed with such artistic aplomb prove nothing.
In contrast to Spindler, who bristled at critics, Amelio answered the questions with aplomb.
Since then, Carlton has coolly fielded questions for congressional inquisitors with wit and folksy aplomb.
The female vocalist carried the show with aplomb and the band sounded tough and strong instrumentally.
They react to the latest discoveries with blasé aplomb, remaining unruffled by theological controversy.
Phrases
PHRASES FROM THE ENTRY►with aplomb
Morgan handled the media attention with aplomb.
with aplomb in a confident and skilful way, especially when you have to deal with difficult problems or a difficult situation: Ms Sharpe handled their questions with great aplomb.