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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
These delicious gummies support calmness and relaxation without the use of melatonin.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Jan. 2026
Morales and the other aquatic performers had to master the art of finding calmness and holding their breath for at least 45 seconds.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 18 Jan. 2026
Stafford credited his calmness to his 17 years of NFL experience.
—Steve Reed, Chicago Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
Seattle also wouldn’t be here without Darnold’s calmness and consistency.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
People say the hobby offers calmness and a sense of control.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Jan. 2026
According to them, blue-greens are moody, but not in a way that supports calmness.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
Plaintiffs claimed that Feel Free was marketed as a drink that could induce calmness and relaxation, and was no more habit-forming than caffeine—but that using the product had led many customers to become addicted to it.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 28 Dec. 2025
Nike will launch Devin Booker’s second signature sneaker and its Mind franchise, which uses pressure points backed by science to encourage calmness and focus.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 27 Dec. 2025
Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Jan. 2026
Morales and the other aquatic performers had to master the art of finding calmness and holding their breath for at least 45 seconds.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 18 Jan. 2026
Stafford credited his calmness to his 17 years of NFL experience.
—Steve Reed, Chicago Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
Seattle also wouldn’t be here without Darnold’s calmness and consistency.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
People say the hobby offers calmness and a sense of control.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Jan. 2026
According to them, blue-greens are moody, but not in a way that supports calmness.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
Plaintiffs claimed that Feel Free was marketed as a drink that could induce calmness and relaxation, and was no more habit-forming than caffeine—but that using the product had led many customers to become addicted to it.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 28 Dec. 2025
Nike will launch Devin Booker’s second signature sneaker and its Mind franchise, which uses pressure points backed by science to encourage calmness and focus.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 27 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for calmness
Noun
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
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Solanke showed strength, composure and control to hold off Abdukodir Khusanov, cut back inside, and score after a tangle with Marc Guehi.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
2 Feb. 2026
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Perry delighted fans with more basketball, but UCLA couldn’t replicate his composure in the extra periods.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
1 Feb. 2026
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Suddenly, the peacefulness turned into total chaos as noise and motion erupted around me.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Feb. 2026
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Families with children swim in the shallow ripples, and sea gulls flock above the peacefulness.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Framed by lush hillsides and untouched greenery, the secluded cove feels worlds away from the rest of St Barth’s, with calm, crystal clear water and a sense of near-total serenity.—
Molly Barstein,
Vogue,
1 Feb. 2026
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The impact of that realization, combined with the serenity and natural beauty of the canyon, make an unforgettable first impression.—
Asonta Benetti,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
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The attack Sunday came a few hours after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a new round of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia had been postponed.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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At the park Friday, Hernandez spoke about her efforts to help address the problems, flooding the area with mobile home response teams, ex-gang members who try to de-escalate gang violence, otherwise known as peace ambassadors.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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The first day of February will mark the calm before the storm of the build-up to Super Bowl 60.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
1 Feb. 2026
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For communities like Villnöss, the current influx may yet turn out to be the calm before a far larger storm.—
Barbie Latza Nadeau,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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Combine that with EVs’ inherent benefits—quietness, smoothness, and low operating costs—and the case for electrification becomes irresistible.—
Alex Hewitt,
IEEE Spectrum,
6 Jan. 2026
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There is also a lot to appreciate in the quietness of the season.—
Morayo Ogunbayo,
AJC.com,
1 Jan. 2026
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Default settings matter, and when convenience is the default, most individuals will unknowingly trade control for ease of use.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Perhaps due to their ease of access and ubiquity, new Hondas are the main target these days.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Calmness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calmness. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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