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equanimity

Postby KatyBr » Sun Sep 18, 2005 9:32 pm

e·qua·nim·i·ty (kw-nm-t, kw-)
n.
The quality of being calm and even-tempered; composure.



[Latin aequanimits, from aequanimus, even-tempered, impartial : aequus, even + animus, mind; see an- in Indo-European roots.]

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ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words AntonymsNoun 1. equanimity - steadiness of mind under stress; "he accepted their problems with composure and she with equanimity"
calm, calmness, composure
disposition, temperament - your usual mood; "he has a happy disposition"
aplomb, assuredness, sang-froid, cool, poise - great coolness and composure under strain; "keep your cool"
serenity, tranquility, placidity, tranquillity, repose, quiet - a disposition free from stress or emotion
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Postby Slava » Sun May 02, 2010 9:36 pm

It appears KatyBr is rich, for her suggestion has been taken from her and accredited to another: http://www.alphadictionary.com/bb/viewtopic.php?t=1413
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