CALM (DOWN) Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

calm (down)

verb

Definition of calm (down)

as in to cool

to become still and orderly the sea finally calmed down, making it safe for small craft to venture forth once again

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Instead of relying solely on conventional reactor vessels and containment structures, the design uses the pressure generated by a mile-long water column surrounding the reactor to support reactor operating pressure while also providing cooling.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 July 2026
Most office buildings have central air conditioning, so the system needs to be replaced with individual heating and cooling systems for each unit.

— Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 8 July 2026

Definition of cool

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The brothers bonded over the game, but in his work, Grant so frequently provided a microphone for the voices a powerful organization would rather hush.

— Sam McDowell July 1, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026
Behind the station doors are 150 polished European-style rooms, hushed corridors and a few magnificent surprises.

— David Hochman, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

Definition of hush

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