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Definitions for equanimous
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Princeton's WordNet
collected, equanimous, poised, self-collected, self-contained, self-possessedadjective
in full control of your faculties
"the witness remained collected throughout the cross-examination"; "perfectly poised and sure of himself"; "more self-contained and more dependable than many of the early frontiersmen"; "strong and self-possessed in the face of trouble"
Wiktionary
equanimousadjective
Calm and composed; of stable disposition.
Etymology: From aequus with animus.
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Equanimousadjective
Even; not dejected; not elated.
Etymology: æquanimis, Latin.
Wikipedia
equanimous
Equanimity (Latin: æquanimitas, having an even mind; aequus even; animus mind/soul) is a state of psychological stability and composure which is undisturbed by experience of or exposure to emotions, pain, or other phenomena that may cause others to lose the balance of their mind. The virtue and value of equanimity is extolled and advocated by a number of major religions and ancient philosophies.
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equanimous
Equanimous refers to having a calm, composed, and even-temperament, especially in difficult situations. It exemplifies mental or emotional stability or composure, and the ability to remain tranquil and steady, demonstrating an absence of agitation or discord.
Webster Dictionary
Equanimousadjective
of an even, composed frame of mind; of a steady temper; not easily elated or depressed
Etymology: [L. aequanimus, fr. aequus equal + animus mind.]
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of equanimous in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of equanimous in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
Translations for equanimous
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- gleichmütigGerman
- καταπληκτικόςGreek
- ecuánimeSpanish
- equanimousIrish
- seimbangIndonesian
- equânimePortuguese
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