calm
calm · adjective
Definitions
adjective
- 1.
Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.
- 2.
The absence of strong emotions; peacefulness.
- 3.
To make someone tranquil and quiet; to soothe.
- 4.
(of weather or sea) Not windy or rough; still.
- 5.
The absence of wind or rough weather.
Phrases & expressions
- •calm down — to become less upset or excited
- •the calm before the storm — a peaceful period before trouble or difficulty
- •keep calm and carry on — remain composed and continue as normal
Related words
Etymology
From Old French calme, from Italian calma, possibly from Late Latin cauma ("heat of the midday sun," when work stopped and all was quiet), from Greek kauma ("burning heat").