equanimity
Americannoun
noun
Usage
What does equanimity 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.
Other Word Forms
- equanimous adjective
- equanimously adverb
Etymology
Origin of equanimity
First recorded in 1600–10; from Latin aequanimitās (stem aequanimitāt- ), derivative aequanimis, aequanimus, “calm, composed,” equivalent to aequ(us) “even, plain, equal” + anim(us) “mind, spirit, feelings” + -itās -ity
Example Sentences
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It’s a daily obstacle course to get through the world with kindness, compassion, understanding and equanimity.
From MarketWatch
Peek noted a certain equanimity and optimism in him, however: either a prerequisite for, or product of, his decades of studying the most brutal and destabilizing moments of other people’s lives.
Friends and family say Munger’s eventful last period offers lessons for investors—and a blueprint for how to age with grace, equanimity and purpose.
Cheney suffered from heart disease for much of his adult life, a burden he bore with equanimity.
Another reason for investors’ apparent equanimity: The junk bond market is generally higher quality now than it used to be.
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