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levelheadedness

[/ˈlɛvəlˌhɛdɪdnəs/]
noun
equilíbrio emocional
1. The quality of being calm, rational, and able to make good decisions even in difficult or stressful situations
Her levelheadedness during the crisis helped save the company.
O seu equilíbrio emocional durante a crise ajudou a salvar a empresa.
2. The ability to remain composed and think clearly under pressure
The pilot's levelheadedness was crucial for landing the damaged aircraft safely.
A serenidade do piloto foi crucial para pousar a aeronave danificada com segurança.
NYC Slang
keeping your cool; having your head on straight
Synonyms
composurecalmnesscoolheadednessequilibriumrationalityprudencestability
Antonyms
impulsivenessrecklessnesshysteriapanicirrationalityhotheadedness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
equilíbrio emocional; serenidade
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
tranquilidade; sangue frio
Often uses 'sangue frio' (cold blood) as a synonym
Rio de Janeiro
cabeça fria; ponderação
Common colloquial usage
Portugal
ponderação; lucidez; calma
Formal usage preferred in Portuguese Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep a level head
stay cool
keep one's composure
not lose one's head
have a clear mind
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