ataraxis
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- noun
- /ˌætəˈræksɪs/
- The gentle sound of the waves brought her a rare moment of ataraxis.
Examples
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After years of meditation, he finally achieved a sense of ataraxis that nothing could disturb.
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Many seek ataraxis in the chaos of modern life.
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Meditation brings a deep sense of ataraxis.
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Finding ataraxis in nature can be very healing.
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After years of hard work and stress, she finally achieved a state of ataraxis during her vacation at the beach.
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Practicing mindfulness each day brought him a profound sense of ataraxis that replaced his previous anxiety.
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In the tranquil garden, surrounded by nature, he found ataraxis that allowed his mind to rest completely.
Synonyms
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A calm, quiet feeling in your mind without worry
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A calm feeling with no worry
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A calm, peaceful feeling without worry
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A calm state of rest and freedom from worry
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A state without strong feelings or worry in your mind
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A calm, quiet feeling with no worry
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A calm, peaceful mind without strong emotions
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A calm state without strong feelings, seen as an ideal in Stoic thought
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A feeling of calm and no worry
Antonyms
How Calm
Surface Forms
Etymology
Ataraxis comes from Greek parts a- meaning 'not' and taraxia meaning 'disturbance' or 'trouble'. So ataraxis means 'no disturbance' and describes a calm, peaceful state without anxiety.