calmness

noun

Definition of calmnessnext
1
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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2
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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3
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 Many teach-abroad programs where people can teach English as a foreign language in Thailand cite that smiling often with children and colleagues is key to showing respect, good manners and calmness. — ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026 Quince syrup helps soothe sore throats, while jujube syrup promotes calmness. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Oct. 2026 Ous’ goal came from the penalty spot; that gave us a bit more calmness. — Tom Burrows, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026 The dogs are selected and trained for traits including calmness, reliability and affection. — Brian Maass, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026 At the end of the day, in my experience, calmness among leaders creates confidence among teams. — Nathan Mitchell, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026 Jia found that many of the current chatbots did not include features that embodied human values including trust, well-being and calmness. — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2026 Some mainland readers also visit the stores for non-political reasons, such as for their niche books or simply for their calmness. — Kanis Leung, Christian Science Monitor, 30 Aug. 2026 Unlike his uneven performances throughout training camp, Klubnik showed poise and calmness, helping the Jets’ offense march down the field. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 15 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for calmness
  1. restfulness
  2. composure
  3. peacefulness
  4. serenity
  5. peace
  6. quietness
  7. calm
  8. quiet
Noun
  • The proof was in my Oura ring sleep score—96% and optimal restfulness.
    — Brianna Peters, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026
  • But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.
    — Marisa McMillan, Outside, 29 Dec. 2025
Definition of restfulness
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  • In eleven years of service, Masha had never heard her mistress speak with such lack of composure.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Lily responds with monk-like composure in response to Jackie’s rude queries.
    — Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of composure
Noun
  • The rooms are beautifully laid out and share the peacefulness felt throughout the property.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Her own loss drives her desire to add a sense of elegance and peacefulness to her creations.
    — Yvonne Villasenor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of peacefulness
Noun
  • Its moments of overstatement are entirely human, en route to a lighter, softer state of serenity.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Its central location in the old town (a seven-minute walk to the beach) is staggering given its overall feeling of serenity and calm.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of serenity
Noun
  • Witkoff's latest round of shuttle diplomacy comes amid intensifying White House pressure on Zelenskyy to make concessions to secure a peace deal with Moscow.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Russian President Vladimir Putin said the Kremlin would be ready to resume trilateral Russia-US-Ukraine peace talks after mid-November, at the request of US special envoy Steve Witkoff who met with Putin for around three hours Wednesday.
    — Arina Porkhovnik, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of peace
Noun
  • Ultimately, Vervoordt’s intervention is an exercise in quietness and patience.
    — Michael James Gardner, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2026
  • These motors make a difference in efficiency and quietness levels.
    — Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 19 July 2026
Definition of quietness
Noun
  • Night curfews have been implemented in some areas of the French capital, as well as in other cities where calm has been restored.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 23 Oct. 2026
  • During the deceptive calm of the hurricane’s eye, Miamians emerged from shelter.
    — Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of calm
Noun
  • After co-headlining with Charli xcx at the peak of Brat Summer, Sivan was struck by his post-show emotional crash, when the roar of stadiums gave way to the quiet of being totally on his own.
    — Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 14 Oct. 2026
  • An uneasy quiet took over the boat as customers waited for another catch.
    — Fedor Zarkhin, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
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“Calmness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calmness. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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