apatheia (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌæpəˈθiːə/
Definition
A state of being free from emotional disturbance or passion, often considered a desirable goal in Stoic philosophy.
Examples
The Stoics believed that apatheia was the key to achieving inner peace and wisdom.
Through meditation and self-reflection, she sought to attain a state of apatheia, untroubled by worldly concerns.
How to Use apatheia
- achieve apatheia (verb phrase)
- to attain a state of emotional balance and detachment — "Through meditation and self-reflection, she sought to achieve apatheia."
- state of apatheia (noun phrase)
- a condition of being free from emotional disturbance — "The Stoic philosopher achieved a state of apatheia, freeing himself from negative emotions."
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