Calm
/kɑːm/
Definitions
2 meaningsPeaceful, tranquil, quiet.
/kɑːm/
Free from agitation or disturbance.
The baby slept calmly.
💡 Simply: Peaceful and quiet.
More Examples
The atmosphere was calm and peaceful.
How It's Used
"The sea was calm after the storm."
"She remained calm despite the stressful situation."
To soothe, to make peaceful.
/kɑːm/
To make or become calm.
The music calmed her nerves.
💡 Simply: To make something or someone peaceful.
More Examples
He tried to calm the angry crowd.
How It's Used
"She calmed the crying baby."
Idioms & expressions
Keep calm and carry on
Remain calm and continue with what you are doing despite difficulties.
"Despite the chaos, he kept calm and carried on."
From Old English *calme, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch kalm and German kaum.
The word 'calm' has been used in English literature since the Middle English period, often describing the sea or weather.
Memory tip
Think of a still lake – that's calm.