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Webster 1913 Edition
Equanimity
Eˊqua-nim′i-ty
,Noun.
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.
Definition 2024
equanimity
equanimity
English
Alternative forms
- æquanimity (archaic)
Noun
equanimity (countable and uncountable, plural equanimities)
- 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.
- 1954, Albert Einstein, Ideas and Opinions
Synonyms
- composure
- calmness
- even-mindedness
- See also wikisaurus:calm
Related terms
Translations
state of being calm
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