level-headedness
|lev-el-head-ed-ness|
B2
/ˈlɛvəl ˈhɛdɪdnɪs/
(level-headed)
calm and rational
Etymology
Etymology Information
'level-headedness' originates from the combination of 'level' and 'headed,' where 'level' meant 'even' or 'balanced' and 'headed' referred to 'having a head or mind.'
Historical Evolution
'level-headed' evolved from the idea of having a balanced or even mind, eventually forming the noun 'level-headedness' to describe the quality.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a balanced mind,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being calm and sensible, especially in difficult situations.
Her level-headedness helped her make the right decision during the crisis.
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Last updated: 2025/02/10 20:51