Ē'qua-nim'i-ty, n.

n. [Lat. æquanimĭtas, from æquanimus; Fr. équanimité, It. equanimità. See infra.] Evenness of mind; that calm temper or firmness of mind which is not easily elated or depressed, which sustains prosperity without excessive joy, and adversity without violent agitation of the passions or depression of spirits; as, to bear misfortunes with equanimity.