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A peaceful, still state without excitement or worry.
Examples
The calm pace of the lecture let students absorb the material.
She calmed herself by counting breaths.
They kept a calm demeanor despite the bad news.
The calm sea reflected the sky like a mirror.
The calm after the argument lasted only a few minutes.
Meanings
Examples
The lake was calm at sunrise.
She felt calm after the meditation session.
His calm voice helped everyone stay relaxed.
Even during the storm, the cabin remained calm.
A calm atmosphere made the meeting productive.
They kept a calm demeanor despite the bad news.
The calm sea reflected the sky like a mirror.
Similar words
peaceful
serene
tranquil
stilluntroubled
placid
Examples
The river drifted calm, making no sudden splashes.
She walked calm, taking her time to enjoy the garden.
The calm pace of the lecture let students absorb the material.
Even the children played calm, not shouting or running.
The calm movement of the clouds suggested a lazy afternoon.
He answered the questions calm, without hurrying.
The calm rhythm of the song encouraged a relaxed mood.
Similar words
slow
leisurely
unhurried
steadygentle
relaxed
Examples
After the storm, the calm was a welcome relief.
She enjoyed the calm of the early morning before the city woke up.
The calm in the courtroom allowed the judge to think clearly.
We felt the calm settle over the hills at dusk.
His mind found calm through deep breathing.
The calm after the argument lasted only a few minutes.
In the calm, the birds' songs sounded louder.
Examples
She calms the baby with a gentle lullaby.
The nurse calmed the patient before the surgery.
A warm cup of tea calms nerves after a stressful day.
He tried to calm the crowd by speaking softly.
The manager's reassurance calmed the team.
Music can calm a restless mind.
She calmed herself by counting breaths.
FAQ
It is a peaceful, still state without excitement or worry.
How is calm used as an adjective to describe a person?
It means free from worry, noise, or agitation, i.e., peaceful and quiet.
How is calm used as an adjective to describe movement?
It means not moving quickly and without noise, i.e., still and unhurried.
What does calm mean as a noun?
It refers to a condition of being calm and free from agitation, a state of tranquility.
How can you use calm as a verb?
It means to cause someone or something to become peaceful or still, to soothe or relax them.
What are some synonyms for calm when describing a quiet environment?
peaceful, serene, tranquil, still, untroubled, placid
What are some synonyms for calm when describing a slow pace?
slow, leisurely, unhurried, steady, gentle, relaxed
What are some synonyms for calm as a noun meaning tranquility?
serenity, equilibrium, composure, stability, quiet, tranquility
What are some synonyms for calm as a verb meaning to soothe?
soothe, pacify, settle, reassure, comfort, relax
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