calm
/kam/ · calm
noun
- The state of being calm; peacefulness; absence of worry, anger, fear or other strong negative emotion. She felt a sense of calm wash over her as she sat by the peaceful lake.
- The state of being calm; absence of noise and disturbance. The calm of the early morning hours was a welcome respite from the chaos of the city.
- A period of time without wind. The calm lasted for several days, allowing the sailors to make good progress on their journey.
verb
- To make calm. The soothing music helped to calm the crying baby.
- To become calm. After a few deep breaths, she began to calm down and feel more centered.
adjective
- Peaceful, quiet, especially free from anger and anxiety. The calm and gentle voice of the teacher helped to reassure the nervous students.
- Free of noise and disturbance. The calm of the library was a welcome change from the noisy cafeteria.
- With few or no waves on the surface; not rippled. The calm waters of the lake reflected the beauty of the surrounding landscape.
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Did you know? The word 'calm' has been used in various contexts, including in the phrase 'calm before the storm', which refers to a period of peace and quiet before a storm or a challenging situation arises.