Meaning of the word calm in English

What does calm mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

calm

US /kɑːm/

UK /kɑːm/

Adjective

not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions

Example:

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She remained calm despite the chaos around her.

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He spoke in a calm voice.

Synonym:

serene tranquil peaceful composed unruffled

Synonym:

agitated nervous excited anxious frantic

(of the weather or sea) without wind or rough motion

Example:

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The sea was perfectly calm.

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It was a beautiful, calm evening.

Synonym:

still placid smooth unruffled peaceful

Synonym:

stormy rough windy turbulent choppy

Verb

make (someone) peaceful and relaxed; free from agitation

Example:

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He tried to calm her fears.

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A warm bath can help to calm your nerves.

Synonym:

soothe pacify tranquilize compose settle

Synonym:

agitate excite disturb provoke rouse

Noun

the absence of wind or rough motion

Example:

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There was a sudden calm after the storm.

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Enjoy the calm before the chaos begins.

Synonym:

serenity tranquility peace stillness repose

Synonym:

storm agitation turbulence chaos disturbance

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