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- DictionaryCalm·ness/ˈkä(l)mnəs/
noun
- 1. the state or quality of being free from agitation or strong emotion: "those who worked with him refer time and again to his calmness under pressure"
- 2. the state or condition of being free from disturbance or violent activity: "this relative calmness ended at around 7 a.m., when the wind picked up speed"
Definition of calmness noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
n. 1. a. An absence or cessation of motion; stillness. b. A condition of no wind or a wind with a speed of less than 1 knot (1.15 miles per hour; 1.9 kilometers per hour), according to the Beaufort scale. 2. Tranquility or serenity: "an unaccustomed reticence that I took to be the calm that follows rage" (Jeanne Marie Laskas).
CALM definition: 1. peaceful, quiet, and without worry: 2. without hurried movement or noise: 3. If the weather is…. Learn more.
noun. a feeling of calm; an absence of agitation or excitement. see more. noun. steadiness of mind under stress. synonyms: calm, composure, equanimity. see more. noun. an absence of strong winds or rain. see more. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Calmness." Vocabulary.com Dictionary, Vocabulary.com, https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/calmness.
adjective. , calm·er, calm·est. without rough motion; still or nearly still: a calm sea. Synonyms: motionless, quiet. not windy or stormy: a calm day. Antonyms: tempestuous. free from excitement or passion; tranquil: a calm face; a calm manner. Synonyms: self-possessed, serene, unruffled, placid. Antonyms: agitated. noun.
to (cause to) become quiet, peaceful, or free from worry: [no object; (~+down)]The sky and sea calmed (down) and the sun came out.[~+object]The Gospels claim that Jesus calmed the sea.[~+down+object]Can't you calm down those children?[~+object+down]Maybe this drink will calm you down. calm•ly,adv.calm•ness,n.[ uncountable]
Definition of calm adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
