calmness
/'kɑ:mnis/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A state of peacefulness and tranquility; the absence of agitation or excitement: The quality or state of being calm, characterized by a lack of disturbance, turmoil, or strong emotion.
- A state of stillness in weather; the absence of strong winds or rain: A meteorological condition marked by quiet and lack of stormy activity.
- Steadiness and composure of mind, especially under stress: The mental quality of maintaining emotional balance and self-control in challenging situations.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The calmness of the lake at dawn was breathtaking. (The peaceful stillness of the lake was beautiful.)
- She faced the difficult interview with remarkable calmness. (She displayed impressive composure during the interview.)
- After the storm passed, a deep calmness settled over the town. (A quiet tranquility returned to the area.)
Advanced Usage
- "With calmness": In a manner that is composed and tranquil.
- He explained the emergency procedure with calmness, which reassured everyone.
- "An air/ocean of calmness": A pervasive atmosphere or feeling of peace.
- Despite the chaos in the office, her desk was an island of calmness.
Variants and Related Words
- Calm (adj/n/v): The adjective, noun, and verb forms. (e.g., a sea; to a child).
- Calmly (adv): In a calm manner. (e.g., She spoke ).
- Calming (adj): Having the effect of making someone or something calm. (e.g., a voice).
Synonyms
- Composure: Control over one's feelings, especially in a difficult situation.
- Serenity: The state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.
- Tranquility: The quality or state of being tranquil; calm.
- Equanimity: Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.
Antonyms
- Agitation: A state of anxiety or nervous excitement.
- Turmoil: A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.
- Storminess: The quality of being characterized by storms or strong winds; figuratively, emotional turbulence.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- The calm before the storm: A period of unusual tranquility or stability that often precedes a period of upheaval or activity.
- The quiet in the office was just the calm before the storm of the product launch.
- To keep one's calm: To maintain one's composure.
- It was hard, but she managed to keep her calm during the argument.
Noun
- a feeling of calm; an absence of agitation or excitement
- an absence of strong winds or rain
- steadiness of mind under stress
- he accepted their problems with composure and she with equanimity