Synonyms of equanimity

equanimity

noun

ˌē-kwə-ˈni-mə-tē 

as in composure

evenness of emotions or temper

an Olympic diver who always displays remarkable equanimity on the platform

Synonyms & Similar Words

• composure
• calmness
• imperturbability
• collectedness
• equilibrium
• serenity
• sangfroid
• coolness
• self-possession
• placidity
• tranquility
• aplomb
• countenance
• tranquilness
• composedness
• confidence
• assurance
• repose
• self-composedness
• cool
• poise
• self-assurance
• self-confidence
• indifference
• impassivity
• self-assuredness
• unconcern
• self-trust
• detachment
• numbness
• apathy
• phlegm
• easygoingness
• insensibility
• laid-backness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• agitation
• perturbation
• anxiety
• concern
• care
• apprehension
• solicitude
• uneasiness
• discomposure
• disquiet
• alarm
• worry
• nervousness
• excitability
• apprehensiveness
• anxiousness
• disturbance
• excitableness

Synonym Chooser

How does the noun equanimity contrast with its synonyms?

The words composure and sangfroid are common synonyms of equanimity. While all three words mean "evenness of mind under stress," equanimity suggests a habit of mind that is only rarely disturbed under great strain.

accepted her troubles with equanimity

In what contexts can composure take the place of equanimity?

Although the words composure and equanimity have much in common, composure implies the controlling of emotional or mental agitation by an effort of will or as a matter of habit.

maintaining his composure even under hostile questioning

When is sangfroid a more appropriate choice than equanimity?

The words sangfroid and equanimity are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, sangfroid implies great coolness and steadiness under strain.

handled the situation with professional sangfroid

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of equanimity

Cox’s equanimity was challenged by the September assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah. —John T. Shaw, Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2025

Stewart talks about cooking, gardening, and decorating with the equanimity of an endurance athlete. —Hannah Goldfield, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025

Sound advice, but for an Asian American trying to break into Hollywood, maintaining such equanimity was easier said than done. —New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025

But on the whole, empathy has overtaken equanimity as the model for physician-patient relations. —Rachel Pearson, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025

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