Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to be on an even keel
idiom
/tuː biː ɒn æn ˈiːvən kiːl/
Definition
To maintain a stable and balanced state.
Examples
- After the stressful week, she was relieved to finally be on an even keel again.
- It’s important for the team to be on an even keel to achieve their goals.
Meaning
It refers to being emotionally or mentally stable, or a situation that is steady without significant ups and downs.
Synonyms
- Balanced
- Stable
- Composed
- Level-headed
