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Noun: calmness  kaa(l)m-nus
  1. A feeling of calm; an absence of agitation or excitement
    "Despite the chaos around her, she maintained an air of calmness"
     
  2. Steadiness of mind under stress
    "he accepted their problems with calmness and she with equanimity";
    - composure, calm, equanimity, collectedness, unflappability
     
  3. An absence of strong winds or rain
    "The calmness of the sea made for perfect sailing conditions"

Type of: disposition, feeling, good weather, temperament

Antonym: agitation, discomposure

Encyclopedia: Calmness