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Meaning of calmly
The primary meaning of "calmly" is to do something in a peaceful and serene manner.
Etymology of calmly
The word "calmly" comes from the adjective "calm", which originated from the Old French "calme", derived from the Latin "calma", meaning "stillness" or "quiet", and the suffix "-ly" which forms an adverb
Historically, the word "calm" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a state of peace and tranquility
Synonyms
peacefully
serenely
quietly
still
gently
softly
silently
unruffled
composed
collected
cool
tranquil
placid
steady
imperturbable
unflappable
level-headed
even-tempered
patient
tolerant
restrained
sober
sedate
subdued
muted
hushed
restrained
self-possessed
untroubled
undisturbed
unperturbed
Definitions
- In a peaceful and serene manner, without noise or disturbance
- * Without anger or excitement, in a composed and tranquil way
Usage Examples
- She spoke calmly to the upset child, trying to soothe their fears
- * The team worked calmly under pressure, managing to meet the tight deadline
- * The teacher asked the students to walk calmly to their next class
Antonyms
anxiously
nervously
excitedly
hastily
impulsively
recklessly
violently
loudly
boisterously
turbulently
aggressively
passionately
intensely
wildly
furiously
fiercely
vehemently
forcefully
roughly
harshly
abruptly