'Equanimity' definitions:

Definition of 'equanimity'

From: WordNet
noun
Steadiness of mind under stress; "he accepted their problems with composure and she with equanimity" [syn: composure, calm, calmness, equanimity] [ant: discomposure]

Definition of 'Equanimity'

From: GCIDE
  • Equanimity \E`qua*nim"i*ty\, n. [L. aequanimitas, fr. aequanimus: cf. F. ['e]quanimit['e]. See Equanimous.] Evenness of mind; that calm temper or firmness of mind which is not easily elated or depressed; patience; calmness; composure; as, to bear misfortunes with equanimity. [1913 Webster]

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