1. in a calm, peaceful, or undisturbed manner

Examples

• The lake reflected the mountains placidly in the morning light.
• She smiled placidly despite the chaos around her.
• The cattle grazed placidly in the meadow.
• He accepted the news placidly, showing no emotion.
• The baby slept placidly in her mother’s arms.
• The old man sat placidly on the park bench, watching the world go by.