stormless
Definition
- Adjective:
- Without storms: "stormless" describes a condition or period in which no storms occur. It refers to calm, peaceful weather or a situation free from violent atmospheric disturbances.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The sailors were relieved to have a stormless voyage across the ocean. (The journey had no storms.)
- We enjoyed a stormless summer, with clear skies every day. (The summer lacked any stormy weather.)
Advanced Usage
"stormless sky": a sky free from clouds, wind, or precipitation associated with storms.
- The stormless sky allowed for perfect stargazing. (The calm, clear sky was ideal for observing stars.)
"stormless period": a duration of time without any storms.
- The region experienced an unusually long stormless period this year. (A prolonged stretch of calm weather.)
Variants and Related Words
Storm (n): a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow.
- The storm caused widespread damage. (A severe weather event.)
Stormy (adj): characterized by or affected by storms; turbulent.
- The stormy sea made navigation difficult. (The sea was rough due to storms.)
Stormlessness (n): the quality or state of being without storms.
- The stormlessness of the desert made it ideal for camping. (The absence of storms.)
Synonyms
- Calm: free from wind or disturbance; tranquil.
- Peaceful: free from disturbance; quiet and serene.
- Placid: not easily upset or excited; calm and peaceful.
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