english word · 2026-05-28
Eunoia
noun
Meaning
A state of well-mindedness or a feeling of goodwill and sympathy between a speaker and their audience. It represents the purest form of beautiful, balanced thinking.
Etymology
Derived from the Ancient Greek word εὔνοια (eúnoia), composed of 'eu' (well) and 'noos' (mind).
Examples
"The professor’s eunoia was evident in the gentle way he addressed his students' questions."
"She cultivated a sense of eunoia before the debate, ensuring her arguments were rooted in kindness rather than ego."
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