n. The state of being calm, stable and composed, especially under stress.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. Evenness of mind; that calm temper or firmness of mind which is not easily elated or depressed; patience; calmness; composure.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. Evenness of mind or temper; calmness or firmness, especially under conditions adapted to excite great emotion; a state of resistance to elation, depression, anger, etc.
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n. steadiness of mind under stress
Word Usage
"We weren’t rolling in money, but we certainly had enough to live well, and I approached my thirties with a certain … no, I really don’t want to use the word equanimity here, even though it’s apt."