Longanimous (Adjective)
Meaning
Showing patient and unruffled self-control and restraint under adversity; slow to retaliate or express resentment; "seemly and forbearing...yet strong enough to resist aggression"; "was longanimous in the face of suffering".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The nurse was longanimous with her difficult patient, maintaining a calm demeanor despite the patient's constant complaints.
- The teacher was known for being longanimous, never losing her temper even when dealing with the most unruly students.
- After being wronged by her business partner, she chose to be longanimous and waited for the right moment to take action.
- The longanimous response of the community to the natural disaster was inspiring, as they came together to support each other.
- Despite facing years of persecution, the activist remained longanimous, continuing to advocate for her cause with dignity and poise.