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equanimity
[ ee-kwuh-nim-i-tee, ek-wuh- ]
noun
- mental or emotional stability or composure, especially under tension or strain; calmness; equilibrium.
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Antonyms: , , ,
equanimity
/ ˌɛkwÉ™-; ɪˈkwænɪmÉ™s; ËŒiËkwəˈnɪmɪtɪ /
noun
- calmness of mind or temper; composure
Derived Forms
- equanimous, adjective
- ±ðˈ±ç³Ü²¹²Ô¾±³¾´Ç³Ü²õ±ô²â, adverb
51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins
Origin of equanimity1
51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins
Origin of equanimity1
Example Sentences
Any number of financial indicators could tell us when prices moved into some level of equanimity with expected corporate profits, or reasonable expectations of future interest rates.
Such equanimity is rare in the age of podcasts and politics of recrimination.
It’s a measure of the strength of Max's character that he has managed to handle this with such equanimity, especially as the team’s competitive form was falling away at the same time.
The text of the law recognizes that octopuses are “highly intelligent, curious, problem-solving animals†that are conscious, sentient and experience “pain, stress, and fear, as well as pleasure, equanimity, and social bonds.â€
A buffeted but maintained equanimity was the hallmark of his career, from his stand-up work to his situation comedies to his many guest appearances.
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What doesÌýequanimity mean?
Equanimity is a quality of emotional stability and composure, particularly in times of high stress.
The word equanimity is often associated with spiritual and religious practices, especially the goals of Buddhism.
The adjective form of equanimity is equanimous, which is used to describe someone or something that has such a quality.
Example: It can be difficult for students to maintain equanimity during final exams, so we encourage them to manage their stress in healthy ways.
Where doesÌýequanimity come from?
The first records of the word equanimity in English come from the early 1600s. It comes from the Latin ²¹±ð±ç³Ü²¹²Ô¾±³¾¾±³ÙÄå²õ, which is a combination of aequ(us), meaning “even,†“plain,†and “equal,†and anim(us), meaning “mind,†“spirit,†and “feelings.â€
The word equanimity has been used in religions and philosophical practices to refer to a state of mind that people should strive for—essentially a state of calm and tranquility. Equanimity is often listed as one of Buddhism’s four “sublime states of mind,†and is equivalent to a sense of peace. It can also be used in general and secular ways. A simpler synonym is calmness.
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What are some other forms of equanimity?
- equanimous (adjective)
What are some synonyms for equanimity?
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What are some words that often get used in discussing equanimity?
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How isÌýequanimity used in real life?
Followers of some religions and philosophies strive to achieve equanimity.
A person living in the company of those who have a vision of oneness acquires the quality of equanimity.
— Swami Avdheshanand (@AvdheshanandG)
MettÄ (Benevolence)
Karuá¹‡Ä (Kindness)
MuditÄ (Empathetic joy)
UpekkhÄ (Equanimity)
Today & every day, let's uphold these 4 immeasurables of Buddhism, also represented in the flag by the 4 Bodhi leaves. RC message— UN in Sri Lanka (@UNSriLanka)
In this article, we are reminded that our mindfulness practice can allow us to stop, listen, and hold present so that, “we may embody equanimity in the face of difficulty.â€
— Harvard Center for Health and Happiness (@HarvardCenterHH)
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Try usingÌýequanimity!
Which of the following is an antonym (opposite) of equanimity?
A. calmness
B. placidity
C. balance
D. agitation
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