equanimity meaning

UK US /ˌikwəˈnɪmɪti/ 5 syllables

equanimity (noun): steadiness of mind under stress.

Definition of equanimity

  1. steadiness of mind under stress
    • he accepted their problems with composure and she with equanimity

    Synonyms: composure, calm, calmness

    Type of: disposition

    Kinds: aplomb, repose

    Related forms: equanimous

How to pronounce equanimity

equanimity is pronounced /ˌikwəˈnɪmɪti/ in American English. It has 5 syllables, with the stress on the third syllable.

Words that rhyme with equanimity

Scrabble score: 24 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with EQ · words ending in TY · 10-letter words

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