Katastematic

adj

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Adjective
  1. 1
    Pertaining to a constant state of being, as opposed to a kinetic state (of change).

    "The term 'ataraxia' is used in Epicurean philosophy to refer to a type of katastematic pleasure that is engendered by a complete freedom from mental disturbances and worries."

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kinetic

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"The term 'ataraxia' is used in Epicurean philosophy to refer to a type of katastematic pleasure that is engendered by a complete freedom from mental disturbances and worries."

Etymology

From Ancient Greek καταστηματικός (katastēmatikós), from καθίστημι (kathístēmi, “to stand still”).

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