equanimity
/ˌiːkwəˈnɪmɪtiː/noun
The state of being calm, stable and composed, especially under stress.
Example sentence
- “Buddhists believe in loving-kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity.”
Featured as word of the day on July 3, 2027.
Related words
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