calm

B1 · Intermediate

adj. without wind or waves.

adj. describing a body of water with a smooth surface or an atmosphere lacking significant wind.

“The sea was so calm that it looked like a giant mirror.”

“The sailors took advantage of the calm morning to perform routine maintenance on the ship's exterior hull.”

C1 · Advanced Slang · British English

adj. good, cool, or alright.

adj. used to express that something is acceptable, satisfactory, or of good quality.

“Don't worry about the money, it's calm.”

“He told me the situation was calm, so I didn't feel the need to intervene further.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to stop feeling angry, upset, or excited, or to help someone else do this.

v. to reduce agitation or excitement in oneself or another person. Often used with the particle 'down'.

“The mother tried to calm her crying baby by singing a soft song.”

“The mediator worked tirelessly to calm the opposing parties before the formal negotiations began.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun

n. a period of time or a feeling that is peaceful and quiet.

n. a state of tranquility or the absence of disturbance, whether emotional or atmospheric.

“There was a sudden calm in the house after the children went to sleep.”

“The unexpected calm before the storm allowed the villagers a few precious hours to board up their windows.”