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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the unusual calmness of the lake gave its surface a strikingly glassy appearance
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
her resolute calmness in a crisis serves her well as a nurse in the emergency room
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as in peacefulness
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a teacher who handles even the most vexing situations with a clearheaded calmness
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Recent Examples of calmness
There’s nothing quite as soothing as the drowsy calmness that washes over you when your partner runs their hands through your hair.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
David Raya came and collected a corner with typical calmness, using a quick throw to release Martin Odegaard into a four-on-four counter-attack.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
These dogs have some innate positive traits (primarily that calmness and low reactivity), but the negative effects of small size and lack of training can negate them.
—Laura Baisas Aug 6, Popular Science, 6 Aug. 2025
Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
David Raya came and collected a corner with typical calmness, using a quick throw to release Martin Odegaard into a four-on-four counter-attack.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
These dogs have some innate positive traits (primarily that calmness and low reactivity), but the negative effects of small size and lack of training can negate them.
—Laura Baisas Aug 6, Popular Science, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for calmness
Noun
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That space gives us access to clarity, composure, and intentional choice.—
Naz Beheshti,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Expect the Wildcats to feature a strong running game behind Watkins and their reliable offensive line, while maintaining composure offensively and defensively.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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France is the most militarized country in Western and Central Europe, while South America was the only region to record an improvement of peacefulness in this latest index.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
30 Aug. 2025
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The serenity of this secluded Côte d’Azur retreat provides a tranquil foil for The White Lotus’ explosive drama.—
Spencer Whaley,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Travel company Travelbag determined the best global vacation destinations for serenity seekers, based on factors like noise and light pollution, the number and quality of green spaces, and the local congestion levels.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Trump called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to express concern about the attack and talk about the need for peace in the region.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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The viola is like an extension of him, his daily tuning is a meditative practice that brings him a unique peace.—
Lauren Morrow
September 9,
Literary Hub,
9 Sep. 2025
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She was particularly struck by the quietness of Latronico, and noticed that there didn’t seem to be any children around.—
Silvia Marchetti,
CNN Money,
25 Aug. 2025
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Seen as a whole, though, that quietness can sometimes verge on monotony, songs running into the next with little to grab onto — like an evaporating phantom.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
6 Aug. 2025
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The predictability itself is a source of calm.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The surroundings are deferential, completed by a group of friends enjoying conversation encouraged by physical comfort and a visual calm.—
Joseph Giovannini,
Architectural Digest,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Made of stone, the interior walls form boxy configurations that are difficult to adapt to the lives of people who want ease of movement.—
Joseph Giovannini,
Architectural Digest,
4 Sep. 2025
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Kennedy seemed completely at ease in a fact-optional environment.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
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Or escape completely from the fray and bask in the quiet of the adults-only Hibiscus Pool or the 50,000-square-foot spa, the largest in the state.—
Forbes Travel Guide,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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In the quiet between storms, the couple gave ESSENCE a true look into their own reality.—
Essence,
Essence,
28 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Calmness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calmness. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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