Calm

Definition of Calm

Pronunciation: kämd

n.	1.	Freedom from motion, agitation, or disturbance; a cessation or absence of that which causes motion or disturbance, as of winds or waves; tranquility; stillness; quiet; serenity. The wind ceased, and there was a great calm. - Mark. iv. 39. A calm before a storm is commonly a peace of a man's own making. - South.
v. i.	1.	To make calm; to render still or quiet, as elements; as, to calm the winds. [imp. & p. p. Calmed (kämd); p. pr. & vb. n. Calming.] 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.
a.	1.	Not stormy; without motion, as of winds or waves; still; quiet; serene; undisturbed. 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. Such calm old age as conscience pure And self-commanding hearts ensure. - Keble.

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