Synonyms of calm
45 similar words · 10 opposite words
Another word for calm is still. Other synonyms of calm are pacific, laid-back, level-headed, cool-headed and quiet. The opposite of calm is nervous.
Synonyms and similar words for calm
adjectiveMore synonyms
- steadyPhlegmatic, calm; not easily upset, excited, or disturbed.
- collectedCool‐headed, emotionally stable, in focus.
- composedShowing composure.
- cool-headedCalm and imperturbable, especially under pressure.
- equableUnvarying, calm and steady; constant and uniform.
- equanimousCalm and composed; of stable disposition.
- equanimitableSynonym of equanimous.
- even-keeledStable, not imbalanced.
- even-mindedHaving equanimity.
- even-temperedRemaining calm even in situations that would cause many others to become angry, frustrated, panicky, etc.
- imperturbableNot capable of being, or not easily, perturbed, excited, or upset; calm and collected, even under pressure.
- laid-backRelaxed and easy‐going; demonstrating an absence of stress or worry.
- level-headedSensible; rational; possessing sound judgment.
- mellowWell-matured from age or experience; not impetuous or impulsive; calm, dignified, gentle.
- pacificCalm, peaceful.
- peaceableCharacterized by peace; peaceful, tranquil.
- peacefulMotionless and calm.
- phlegmaticNot easily excited to action or passion; calm; sluggish.
- placidCalm and quiet; peaceful; tranquil.
- quiescentInactive, quiet, at rest.
- quietHaving little motion or activity; calm.
- relaxedFree from tension or anxiety; at ease; leisurely.
- rooliePeaceful; still.
- sedateOf a person or animal, or their behaviour: calm and composed (often in a dignified manner), and avoiding or unaffected...
- sereneCalm, peaceful, unruffled.
- stillNot moving; calm.
- tranquilFree from emotional or mental disturbance.
- unexcitedNot feeling excitement or keen interest; placid; bored.
- unfazed
- unflappableRemaining composed and level-headed at all times; impossible to fluster; not becoming frustrated or irritated easily.
- unflusteredNot flustered; calm.
- unperturbableNot perturbable.
- unruffableImperturbable.
- unruffledCalm, not ruffled, serene, at peace, unbothered.
- untumultuousNot tumultuous; calm, placid.
- pacate obsoletePeaceful, tranquil.
verbMore synonyms
- allayTo make quiet or put at rest; to pacify or appease; to quell; to calm.
- appeaseTo make quiet; to calm; to reduce (something) to a state of peace; to dispel (anger, hatred, etc.).
- calm down
- cool off
- ease
- pacify
- quieten
- sootheTo restore to ease, comfort, or tranquility; relieve; calm; quiet; refresh.
- subdue
Opposite of calm
adjectivePeaceful, quiet, especially free from anger and anxiety.
adjectiveFree of noise and disturbance.
Meaning of calm
- adjective Peaceful, quiet, especially free from anger and anxiety.
- adjective Free of noise and disturbance.
- adjective With few or no waves on the surface; not rippled.
calm in other languages
Questions about synonyms of calm
- What is another word for calm?
- Calm has 45 synonyms on Word.ws, such as still, pacific, laid-back, level-headed, cool-headed, quiet, even-minded and collected.
- What is the opposite of calm?
- The opposite of calm is nervous. Other antonyms of calm are windy.
- What does calm mean?
- Calm means peaceful, quiet, especially free from anger and anxiety.
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