equanimity
Say it: ek-wuh-NIM-ih-tee /ˌikwəˈnɪməti/ · noun
What “equanimity” means
Staying calm and steady when things are difficult.
More precisely: Calmness and composure, especially in a difficult situation.
When to use it
Use it for calmness under pressure, especially when someone handles trouble without panicking. It is a formal, approving word.
Memory trick
Latin aequus means even and animus means mind: picture a mind staying level.
Similar words
composure, calm, serenity
Where it comes from
From Latin aequus, "even," plus animus, "mind."
Quick check
The train is cancelled, but you calmly arrange another route while everyone else panics. What quality are you showing?
equanimity or indifference?
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equanimity
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