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
• tranquillity
• 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
• anxiousness
• nervousness
• excitability
• apprehensiveness
• disturbance
• alarum
• 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

Seymour’s early departure left manager Bob Melvin with 23 outs to cover, but San Francisco’s bullpen provided equanimity and kept the team in the game. —Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025

The core realities of rising earnings into 2026, generous corporate-credit conditions, faith in the AI theme and the market's sturdy trend itself help to explain the indexes' equanimity. —Michael Santoli, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2025

The ups and downs of life are borne with equanimity and optimism prevails. —Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025

And the origin of aloha—ha being breath, life—calls to mind the Buddhist perception of happiness as equanimity. —AFAR Media, 10 July 2025

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