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equanimity

[ee-kwuh-nim-i-tee, ek-wuh-] / ˌi kwəˈnɪm ɪ ti, ˌɛk wə- /
NOUN
levelheadedness
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aplomb calmness composure coolness serenity tranquillity
STRONG
assurance ataraxia calm confidence cool detachment imperturbability patience peace phlegm placidity poise self-possession steadiness
WEAK
ataraxy equability presence of mind sangfroid
Antonyms
STRONGEST
agitation excitement
STRONG
distrust doubt fear frustration uncertainty
WEAK
alarm anxiety discomposure excitableness upset worry

Example Sentences

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As for safe havens, don’t overlook the power of time and equanimity.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 20, 2026

Cheney suffered from heart disease for much of his adult life, a burden he bore with equanimity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 4, 2025

Another reason for investors’ apparent equanimity: The junk bond market is generally higher quality now than it used to be.

From Barron's • Oct. 23, 2025

“King of the Hill” confronts progressive and right-wing stereotypes with care and equanimity.

From Salon • Aug. 4, 2025

Lawrence absorbed the news with surprising equanimity, for reasons that soon became obvious.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.