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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"
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- Listening to relaxing music.
- Taking a warm bath.
- Mindfulness meditation.
- Journaling.
Definition of calmness noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Noun. Filter. noun. (uncountable) The state of being calm; tranquillity; silence. Wiktionary. (countable) The product of being calm. Wiktionary. Synonyms: equanimity. composure. calm. steady-handedness. nervelessness. unconcern. tranquility. repose. poise. imperturbation. dispassion. self-possession. imperturbability. collectedness. ataraxia.
Or, go to the definition of calmness. COMPOSURE. Synonyms. composure. poise. aplomb. calm. serenity. ease. coolness. cool-headedness. sang-froid. control. self-control. self-possession. self-restraint. even-temperedness. self-assurance. equanimity. levelheadedness. patience. dignity. unexcitability. imperturbability. unflappability. Antonyms.
Calm definition: without rough motion; still or nearly still. See examples of CALM used in a sentence.
v. 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]
By Lindsay Baker,Features correspondent. María Medem. (Credit: María Medem) Is being calm about passivity and numbness, or is it a superpower that makes us strong? Lindsay Baker explores the...