imperturbation

[ im-per-ter-bey-shuhn ]

noun

1. freedom from perturbation; tranquility; calmness:

   I grew up in a family with nine kids, and I promise you there was never a moment of imperturbation!

Word History and Origins

Origin of imperturbation¹

First recorded in 1640–50; from Late Latin imperturbātiōn- (stem of imperturbātiō ); im- ², perturbation

Related Words

• calmness
• lull
• patience
• peace
• peace of mind
• quiet
• restraint
• serenity
• silence
• stillness
• tranquility