equanimity

noun
UK: /ˌekwəˈnɪməti/
US: /ˌekwəˈnɪməti/

  1. A calm mental state, especially in a difficult situation.

    1. She showed equanimity during the loud debate.
    2. His equanimity allowed him to navigate the crisis with great skill.

  2. The quality of being calm and even-tempered; composure.

    1. He faced the challenge with equanimity.
    2. Even after losing, she maintained her equanimity and congratulated the winner.

Synonyms

composure poise tranquility aplomb

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "equanimity" in English means: A calm mental state, especially in a difficult situation., The quality of being calm and even-tempered; composure..

The phonetic transcription of "equanimity" is /ˌekwəˈnɪməti/ in British English and /ˌekwəˈnɪməti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "equanimity": composure, poise, tranquility, aplomb.

Example usage of "equanimity": "She showed equanimity during the loud debate.". More examples on the page.