calm

Definition

  • v. make calm or still
  • v. become quiet or calm, especially after a state of agitation
  • adj. not agitated; without losing self-possession
  • adj. (of weather) free from storm or wind

Word forms

Present participle
calming
Past tense
calmed
Past participle
calmed
Third person singular
calms
Comparative
calmer
Superlative
calmest

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The calm of the lake in the early morning was breathtaking.

  2. a.

    She remained calm during the storm, showing great strength.

  3. vi.

    He took a deep breath to calm before speaking.

  4. vt.

    The teacher tried to calm the excited students before the test.