Antonyms for equanimous


Grammar : Adj
Spell : ih-kwan-uh-muh s
Phonetic Transcription : ɪˈkwæn ə məs


Definition of equanimous

Origin :
  • 1650s, from Latin aequanimis (see equanimity) + -ous.
  • As in even : adj calm, undisturbed
  • As in imperturbable : adj calm, collected
Example sentences :
  • Such a speech as this from her equanimous cousin was literally without precedent.
  • Extract from : « The Adventures of a Widow » by Edgar Fawcett
  • Equanimity would be distinct from magnanimity; Sokrates and Lysander would not properly be magnanimous but equanimous.
  • Extract from : « Aristotle » by George Grote

Synonyms for equanimous

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