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Equanimous — E*quan i*mous, a. [L. aequanimus, fr. aequus equal + animus mind.] Of an even, composed frame of mind; of a steady temper; not easily elated or depressed. Bp. Gauden. [1913 Webster] … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
equanimous — 1650s, from L. aequanimis (see EQUANIMITY (Cf. equanimity)) + OUS (Cf. ous) … Etymology dictionary
equanimous — equanimously, adv. equanimousness, n. /i kwan euh meuhs/, adj. having or showing equanimity; even tempered: It was difficult to remain equanimous in the face of such impertinence. [1645 55; < L aequanim(us) (see EQUANIMITY) + OUS] * * * … Universalium
equanimous — equanimity ► NOUN ▪ calmness; composure. DERIVATIVES equanimous adjective. ORIGIN Latin aequanimitas, from aequus equal + animus mind … English terms dictionary
equanimous — adjective Calm and composed; of stable disposition Syn: composed, calm See Also: equanimity … Wiktionary
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