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Meaning of "equanimous" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF EQUANIMOUS

equanimous  [ɪˈkwænɪməs] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF EQUANIMOUS

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Equanimous is an adjective.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES EQUANIMOUS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Equanimity

Equanimity is a state of psychological stability and composure which is undisturbed by experience of or exposure to emotions, pain, or other phenomena that may cause others to lose the balance of their mind. The virtue and value of equanimity is extolled and advocated by a number of major religions and ancient philosophies.

Definition of equanimous in the English dictionary

The definition of equanimous in the dictionary is even-tempered; possessing equanimity.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH EQUANIMOUS


animus
ˈænɪməs
anonymous
əˈnɒnɪməs
antonymous
ænˈtɒnɪməs
eponymous
ɪˈpɒnɪməs
euonymus
juːˈɒnɪməs
evonymus
ɛˈvɒnɪməs
heteronomous
ˌhɛtəˈrɒnɪməs
Hieronymus
ˌhaɪəˈrɒnɪməs
homonymous
hɒˈmɒnɪməs
longanimous
lɒŋˈɡænɪməs
magnanimous
mæɡˈnænɪməs
minimus
ˈmɪnɪməs
multanimous
mʌlˈtænɪməs
nonunanimous
ˌnɒnjuːˈnænɪməs
onymous
ˈɒnɪməs
pseudonymous
sjuːˈdɒnɪməs
pusillanimous
ˌpjuːsɪˈlænɪməs
synonymous
sɪˈnɒnɪməs
tautonymic
tɔːˈtɒnɪməs
unanimous
juːˈnænɪməs

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE EQUANIMOUS

equalization grant
equalization payment
equalize
equalizer
equalled
equalling
equally
equalness
equals sign
equanimity
equanimously
equant
equatability
equatable
equate
equation
equation of state
equation of time
equational
equationally

WORDS THAT END LIKE EQUANIMOUS

Alcoholics Anonymous
anadromous
autonomous
blasphemous
dichotomous
endogamous
enormous
famous
Gamblers Anonymous
ginormous
houmous
infamous
limous
monogamous
Philip the Magnanimous
posthumous
ramous
squamous
venomous
world-famous

Synonyms and antonyms of equanimous in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «equanimous» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF EQUANIMOUS

Find out the translation of equanimous to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of equanimous from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «equanimous» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

平等心
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

ecuánime
570 millions of speakers

English

equanimous
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

equanimous
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

equanimous
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

невозмутимым
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

equânime
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ক্ষান্ত
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

équanime
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Bersamaan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

gleichmütig
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

落ち着いた
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

equanimous
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Equanimous
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

equanimous
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

equanimous
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

समशीत
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

equanimous
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

equanime
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

equanimous
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

незворушним
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

equanimous
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

equanimous
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

equanimous
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

equanimous
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

equanimous
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of equanimous

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «EQUANIMOUS»

The term «equanimous» is normally little used and occupies the 137.714 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «EQUANIMOUS» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about equanimous

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «EQUANIMOUS»

Discover the use of equanimous in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to equanimous and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Cultivating Original Enlightenment: Wŏnhyo's Exposition of ...
SamŒhita. This is translated as “equanimous control” (tÅngin). It is called “ equanimous” because it leaves far behind the extremes of lethargy (styŒna) and restlessness (auddhatya). It is called “control” because it controls the activation of all ...
Wŏnhyo, 2007
2
Lectures on Anthropology
But he who does not have a sensation of either joy or sadness is equanimous. —] oy and sadness con— sist not merely in sensations, but also in reflections; animals do not have the latter, although they have enjoyment and pain. Indifference ...
Immanuel Kant, Allen W. Wood, Robert B. Louden, 2012
3
Tao Te Ching: Zen Teachings on the Taoist Classic
As for those who follow the Way in practice, with the Way, they are equanimous toward the Way; with virtue, they are equanimous toward virtue; in failure, they are equanimous toward failure. Those who are equanimous toward the Way are just ...
Lao-Tzu, Takuan Soho, Trans. by Thomas Cleary, 2010
4
The Numerical Discourses of the Buddha: A Complete ...
(1) Here, having seen a form with the eye, a bhikkhu is neither joyful nor saddened, but dwells equanimous, mindful, and clearly comprehending.1251 (2) Having heard a sound with the ear, a bhikkhu is neither joyful nor saddened, but dwells ...
‎2012
5
The Clock of Vipassana Has Struck: The Teachings and ...
Q: So Vipassana actually is observing the sensations in the body while remaining equanimous? SNG: Quite. It is observing the body and whatever arises in the body—the sensation. It is observing the mind and whatever arises in the mind.
Ba Khin (U), Pierluigi Confalonieri, 1999
6
Alicia’s Mindfulness
“E-quan-im-it-y, eee-quannn-imm-it-y, equanimity—wow, that's a hard word!” Alicia struggled. Koe-Soes explained, “To become equanimous, you need to train your mind to endure your good and bad body sensations without reaction, without ...
Raul Salazar, 2013
7
Buddhist Philosophy from 350 to 600 A.D.
alike (from the point of view of liberation), when the self is equanimous fresh influx of karma is stopped. As long as the saint, with no distractions, remains submerged in meditation on the nature of the self, fresh karma is stopped and the stock is ...
Karl H. Potter, 2003
8
Mindful Leadership: The 9 Ways to Self-Awareness, ...
Be. Equanimous. Equanimity. develops. as you train your mind, just as focus and clarity do. Equanimity is not something that you have full control over. Rather, you create the groundwork for equanimity to naturally arise in your life and in your ...
Maria Gonzalez, 2012
9
The Thirsty Addict Papers
Judaism and Islam have equanimous language also. The Hebrew word is hashlamah, which correlates to shalom, for “peace,” and shlemut for “ completeness” (Young, 2011, p. 16). When one is fully present (shalem) and equanimous ...
Michael A. Hoffman, Dr.AD, 2013
10
The Discourse Summaries
If one remains equanimous, it passes away and another old reaction arises in its place. One continues to remain equanimous to physical sensations and the old saakh±r± continue to arise and pass away, one after another. If out of ignorance ...
S. N. Goenka, 2000

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «EQUANIMOUS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term equanimous is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Wired For Extremes
... think it's important to balance that extremism with an approach that's much more equanimous — more grounded and mindful and methodical. «TechCrunch, Jul 15»
2
Wind Mobile moves to a position of strength after Rogers-Mobilicity …
This equanimous view of the Canadian market is in sharp contrast to the climate just a year ago, when Rogers was admonished for forcing ... «MobileSyrup.com, Jun 15»
3
Netanyahu to Druze: We will capture those responsible for lynch mob
... State of Israel to adopt a balanced and equanimous approach to the various groups fighting in Syria to try and heal and correct the situation. «Ynetnews, Jun 15»
4
Aegon Classic Day 7: Kerber no longer the bridesmaid
Pliskova was equanimous in defeat: "I did everything I could so I'm not really disappointed," she said afterwards. "I have the feeling she's just ... «Wimbledon, Jun 15»
5
It keeps misery at bay, jogs positivity
Yoga removes these fears, but the central teaching is maintaining an equanimous state of mind. In the sense, yoga is a science -it is a ... «Times of India, Jun 15»
6
Taking a stand on yoga
When one is low on energy, one feels lethargic, upset or fearful; and when the same energy is high, one is joyous and equanimous. «Business Standard, Jun 15»
7
Is the 'Modern Dad' a myth?
... idealistic vision we have of men and women balancing work and home life in perfect, equanimous harmony appears to be wide of the mark, ... «The News Hub, Jun 15»
8
Mount Greylock Baseball Reaches State Final
"You know, there's always a little bit of nerves going out there, but not every much," the equanimous Hall said. "I just always try to stay calm. «iBerkshires.com, Jun 15»
9
Morarji Desai National Institute stretches itself to make Yoga Day a hit
... in harmony; may you speak in unison; let our mind be equanimous like in the beginning; let the divinity manifest in your sacred endeavours).'. «The Indian Express, Jun 15»
10
Acceptance for beginners
The calm, even-toned equanimous types. And the effervescent, animated, ebullient variety. We weigh our options, the odds as it were; narrow ... «Mid-Day, Jun 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Equanimous [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/equanimous>. May 2024 ».
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