calm
noun
Definitions of calm noun
A period or situation characterized by quiet and tranquility.
What he truly cherished was the tranquility of the countryside.
After the storm, the calm of the sea followed.
The calm of the park in the evening was incredibly relaxing.
A composed and relaxed manner or demeanor.
She maintained an unusual calm despite the chaos around her.
He always displays a remarkable calm in times of crisis.
She explained the situation with a calm tone of voice.
verb
Definitions of calm verb
- Transitive
To soothe or pacify someone who is upset, agitated, or excited.
She tried to calm the child by giving her a hug.
Taking deep breaths can help to calm yourself down.
They worked to calm the panicked crowd.
Phrases of calm verb
- calm someone's fears
to reduce someone's worry or anxiety about something
• The manager tried to assure the staff that the company had no financial issues to calm their fears.
adjective
Definitions of calm adjective
- B1
Being peaceful, quiet, and free from worry or agitation.
He remained calm despite the pressure.
She handled the situation in a calm manner.
He maintained a calm demeanor amidst all the chaos.
Characterized by an absence of hurried movements or loud noises.
The town is so calm at night after a long day.
The sea was exceptionally calm at sunrise.
He enjoyed the calm of the garden in the early morning.
- B1
Describing weather with no wind or a body of water that is still and without waves.
The sea is calm today, making it a good day for sailing.
The lake was calm as a mirror.
The air was very calm in the windless morning.
Idioms
- the calm before the storm
A peaceful or quiet period before a period of great activity, argument, or difficulty.
• There's always a calm before the storm on campus before final exam week.
Phrasal Verbs of calm
- calm (someone) down
to help someone reduce feelings of upset, anger, or excitement, or to achieve such a state themselves
• She tried to calm the crying child down by telling him a story.