Word Noun
calmness
n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈkɑɫmnəs/ UK /kˈɑːmnəs/ calm·ness UK spelling calmnesses
Definition
n.the state of being quiet, peaceful, and not showing any strong feelings like anger or fear.
n.the state of being free from agitation, excitement, or disturbance; a state of mental or emotional tranquility.
Examples
“The calmness of the lake made it perfect for swimming.”
“Despite the loud noise outside, the library remained filled with a deep sense of calmness.”
“The leader's calmness during the crisis prevented the situation from escalating further, allowing the team to focus on finding a solution.”
Real-world usage
“Greedier batters, flatter surfaces and poorer performances will provide tougher days, but here Root brought a welcome calmness on his return as skipper.”
Etymology
From calm + -ness.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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