calmness Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun steadiness of mind under stress
    equanimity; calm; composure.
    • he accepted their problems with composure and she with equanimity
  2. noun an absence of strong winds or rain
  3. noun a feeling of calm; an absence of agitation or excitement

WordNet


Calm"ness noun
Definitions
  1. The state of quality of being calm; quietness; tranquillity; self-repose.
    The gentle calmness of the flood. Denham.
    Hes calmness was the repose of conscious power. E. Everett.
    Syn. -- Quietness; quietude; stillness; tranquillity; serenity; repose; composure; sedateness; placidity.

Webster 1913