Equanimous (Adjective)
Meaning
In full control of your faculties; "the witness remained collected throughout the cross-examination"; "perfectly poised and sure of himself"; "more self-contained and more dependable than many of the early frontiersmen"; "strong and self-possessed in the face of trouble".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The equanimous diplomat was able to navigate the tense negotiations without getting flustered.
- Her equanimous demeanor reassured her colleagues that she was capable of handling the crisis.
- Despite the chaos around him, the captain remained equanimous, giving orders and directing his crew with precision.
- Even when confronted with aggressive questions, the equanimous politician kept her cool and responded thoughtfully.
- The equanimous entrepreneur was able to make rational decisions, even in the face of unexpected setbacks and challenges.