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Webster 1913 Edition

Equanimity

Eˊqua-nim′i-ty

,
Noun.
[L.
aequanimitas
, fr.
aequanimus
: cf. F.
équanimité
. See
Equanimous
.]
Evenness of mind; that calm temper or firmness of mind which is not easily elated or depressed; patience; calmness; composure;
as, to bear misfortunes with
equanimity
.

Webster 1828 Edition

Equanimity

EQUANIM'ITY

,
Noun.
[L. oequanimitas; oequus and animus, an equal mind.] Evenness of mind; that calm temper or firmness of mind which is not easily elated or depressed, which sustains prosperity without excessive joy, and adversity without violent agitation of the passions or depression of spirits. The great man bears misfortunes with equanimity.

Definition 2025

equanimity

equanimity

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Noun

equanimity ‎(countable and uncountable, plural equanimities)

  1. the state of being calm, stable and composed, especially under stress
    • 1954, Albert Einstein, Ideas and Opinions
      Few people are capable of expressing with equanimity opinions which differ from the prejudices of their social environment.

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Etymology

From French équanimité, from Latin aequanimitās ‎(“calmness, equanimity”), from aequus ‎(“even; calm; fair”) + animus ‎(“mind, soul”) + -itās. Surface analysis is equ- +‎ animus +‎ -ity.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌɛkwəˈnɪmɪtiː/, /ˌiːkwə-/

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