transcription, транскрипция: [ ˌē-kwə-ˈni-mə-tē, ˌe-kwə- ]
noun
( plural -ties )
Etymology: Latin aequanimitas, from aequo animo with even mind
Date: circa 1616
1. : evenness of mind especially under stress
nothing could disturb his equanimity
2. : right disposition : balance
physical equanimity
Synonyms:
equanimity , composure , sangfroid mean evenness of mind under stress. equanimity suggests a habit of mind that is only rarely disturbed under great strain
accepted her troubles with equanimity
composure implies the controlling of emotional or mental agitation by an effort of will or as a matter of habit
maintaining his composure even under hostile questioning
sangfroid implies great coolness and steadiness under strain
handled the situation with professional sangfroid