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Definition calm in British English

calm adjective

adjective
/kɑːm/
1

not affected by strong emotions such as excitement, anger, shock, or fear

Example

An hour after the accident, I was starting to feel calmer.

Example

We were told to stay calm as help was on the way.

Synonyms and related words
calm relaxed cool
1.1

used about the way someone talks or behaves

Example

a calm quiet voice

Synonyms and related words
calm relaxed cool
2

calm water does not move very much

Example

The sea looks much calmer today.

Example

We could see our reflections in the calm surface of the lake.

Synonyms and related words
briny calm choppy
3

if the weather is calm, there is very little wind

Example

a calm day

Example

We're going to see a period of calmer weather starting this weekend.

Synonyms and related words
calm calm clear
Example

The city appears calm after last night's missile attack.

Example

a calmer day on the stock market after yesterday's big falls

Synonyms and related words
peaceful tranquil serene
Definition calm in British English