Definition of Calm. Meaning of Calm. Synonyms of Calm
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Definition of Calm
Calm Calm Calm, v. i. [imp. & p. p. Calmed; p. pr. & vb. n.
Calming.] [Cf. F. calmer. See Calm, n.]
1. To make calm; to render still or quiet, as elements; as,
to calm the winds.
To calm the tempest raised by Eolus. --Dryden.
2. To deliver from agitation or excitement; to still or
soothe, as the mind or passions.
Passions which seem somewhat calmed. --Atterbury.
Syn: To still; quiet; appease; allay; pacify; tranquilize;
soothe; compose; assuage; check; restrain.
Calm Calm Calm (k[aum]m), a. [Compar. Calmer (-[~e]r); super.
Calmest (-[e^]st)]
1. Not stormy; without motion, as of winds or waves; still;
quiet; serene; undisturbed. ``Calm was the day.'
--Spenser.
Now all is calm, and fresh, and still. --Bryant.
2. Undisturbed by passion or emotion; not agitated or
excited; tranquil; quiet in act or speech. ``Calm and
sinless peace.' --Milton. ``With calm attention.'
--Pope.
Such calm old age as conscience pure And
self-commanding hearts ensure. --Keble.
Syn: Still; quiet; undisturbed; tranquil; peaceful; serene;
composed; unruffled; sedate; collected; placid.
