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ataraxia

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ataraxia [ˌætəˈræksɪə], ataraxy [ˈætəˌræksɪ]
n
(Medicine) calmness or peace of mind; emotional tranquillity
[from Greek: serenity, from ataraktos undisturbed, from a-11 + tarassein to trouble]
ataraxia
a state of tranquility free from anxiety and emotional disturbance. — ataractic, ataraxic, adj.
See also: Happiness
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Noun1.ataraxia - peace of mindataraxia - peace of mind                        
serenity, tranquility, placidity, tranquillity, repose, quiet - a disposition free from stress or emotion
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