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ataraxia (s) (noun), ataraxias (pl)
A state of complete mental calm and peacefulness, calmness, serenity, and untroubled by mental or emotional agitation: "The Epicureans were especially fond of the term ataraxia which meant freedom from confusion and having a peace of mind."

"It has been proposed that drugs of this type be designated as ataraxias."

"Ataraxia was the state of calm and indifference sought as an objective by the Stoics, members of a philosophical school founded by Zeno about 300 B.C., who taught the rigid suppression of passions, self-indulgences, and unjust thoughts."

"Ataraxia resulted in the teaching of indifference to pleasure or pain which led to the definition of stoical as "impassive" with the implication of austere courage and submission without complaint to the inevitable hard knocks of life."

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ataraxia (s) (noun), ataraxias (pl)
1. The absence of anxiety or confusion: The spiritual guru was an outstanding example of ataraxia as he showed a sense of calmness and inner harmony.
2. A tranquilizer that has a calming effect: Because Jimmy was having difficulty sleeping, his mother asked the doctor to prescribe an ataraxia to help him relax so he could go to sleep and get some rest.
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