The Clue
Adirondack lake (6 letter answer)
The Answer
PLACID
Tags
Notes
The answer PLACID is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
Related Clues
Peaceful
Tranquil
Unruffled
Even-tempered
Opposite of turbulent
Lake name of two Olympics
Definition
PLACID as an adjective:
1. (placid, quiet, still, tranquil, smooth, unruffled) = (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves; "a ribbon of sand between the angry sea and the placid bay"; "the quiet waters of a lagoon"; "a lake of tranquil blue water reflecting a tranquil blue sky"; "a smooth channel crossing"; "scarcely a ripple on the still water"; "unruffled water"
2. (equable, even-tempered, good-tempered, placid) = not easily irritated; "an equable temper"; "not everyone shared his placid temperament"; "remained placid despite the repeated delays"
3. (easygoing, calm, placid) = living without undue worry; taking life easy; "an easygoing man rarely stirred to anger"; "an air of placid sufficiency"