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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
As the destruction and chaos continued on the streets, the family of the victim of Monday's stabbing attack at the center of the riots pleaded for calmness and tolerance.
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Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 11 June 2026
Clutter has been linked to higher stress levels, lower focus, and feelings of tension or irritability, whereas clean and organized spaces are associated with calmness, a sense of control, and even better physical health.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026
But that primary election calmness is not the case in the 67th Assembly District covering Buena Park, Cypress and Fullerton; the 68th Assembly District covering Orange and Santa Ana; and the 72nd Assembly District covering the coastline as well as Aliso Viejo, Laguna Woods and Lake Forest.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
Blues, greens, and lilacs are grounding, and the first two are nature-inspired and convey calmness.
—Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 31 May 2026
That created a vacancy at the heart of Wolves’ back three which Bueno, the eight-time Uruguay international, has filled with the minimum of fuss and a level of composure and calmness that has taken many by surprise.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 28 May 2026
Criteria include water calmness, crowds, beach cleanliness, and the likelihood of encountering wildlife.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2026
Few arrive with emotional control and cool calmness.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Carved into the cliffs and wrapped in pine forest, the Hacienda Na Xamena brings unique barefoot-chic calmness to a usually loud destination.
—William Jones, USA Today, 18 May 2026
Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 11 June 2026
Clutter has been linked to higher stress levels, lower focus, and feelings of tension or irritability, whereas clean and organized spaces are associated with calmness, a sense of control, and even better physical health.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026
But that primary election calmness is not the case in the 67th Assembly District covering Buena Park, Cypress and Fullerton; the 68th Assembly District covering Orange and Santa Ana; and the 72nd Assembly District covering the coastline as well as Aliso Viejo, Laguna Woods and Lake Forest.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
Blues, greens, and lilacs are grounding, and the first two are nature-inspired and convey calmness.
—Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 31 May 2026
That created a vacancy at the heart of Wolves’ back three which Bueno, the eight-time Uruguay international, has filled with the minimum of fuss and a level of composure and calmness that has taken many by surprise.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 28 May 2026
Criteria include water calmness, crowds, beach cleanliness, and the likelihood of encountering wildlife.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2026
Few arrive with emotional control and cool calmness.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Carved into the cliffs and wrapped in pine forest, the Hacienda Na Xamena brings unique barefoot-chic calmness to a usually loud destination.
—William Jones, USA Today, 18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for calmness
Noun
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The proof was in my Oura ring sleep score—96% and optimal restfulness.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2026
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
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When hopelessly romantic Penny awkwardly meets dazzling musician Bianca at a supermarket, sparks fly — and so does Penny’s composure.—
Sarah Kate Ellis,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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Blashill kept his composure through such stretches.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
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Instead, the seductive peacefulness of the house brought to her mind the contemplative sets in the BBC adaptation of Wolf Hall.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The peacefulness of the nature around them helps make the war feel distant — the clouds rolling across the green hills, the bleating of their neighbor's goats at sunset.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Their furniture and home objects tend to favor serenity over sharpness and the handmade over the hyperpolished.—
Aditi Sharma,
Architectural Digest,
13 June 2026
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Those are the words of Brandon Wolf, who finally found a safe haven in Orlando, only to have that serenity shattered on June 12.—
Scott Maxwell,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 June 2026
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After Iran and the United States failed to reach a peace deal in April, America also initiated a blockade outside the Strait to prevent the passage of Iranian commercial ships.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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Pakistan's prime minister, a key negotiator, saying the two sides are closer to a peace deal than ever before and preparing for a digital signing of a memorandum of understanding as a first step.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 June 2026
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To come up with its study, the company looked at different factors that equate to quietness, including monthly search volume, visitor ratings, average summer temperatures, access to nearby restaurants and bars, and availability of accommodations.—
Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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The last rays of the setting sun lit the distant Saw Tooth Mountains away to the west, while a quietness settled like a huge soft blanket spread over the wilderness.—
Anton Money,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
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Residents of the southern suburbs, many of whom had returned home after weeks of relative calm, could be seen fleeing.—
Julia Frankel,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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The biology behind that calm is well documented.—
Samantha Agate,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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Wow that the quiet of Sunday surfaces feelings the rest of the week buries.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
27 May 2026
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Rooms The rooms at Senda are designed to blend with the lush backdrop and immerse guests in the quiet of the jungle.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Calmness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calmness. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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