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Learn “Equanimity”

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Equanimity

noun/ek-wuh-NIM-i-tee/

Meaning

A calm and steady state of mind, especially in a hard situation.

In context

The captain accepted the loss with equanimity and shook every rival's hand.

Remember it

Equanimity holds 'equa' (equal) and 'anim' (mind): an even, level mind.

Use it well

Use 'equanimity' for calm under pressure, not just being relaxed on a lazy day.