be calm

verb phrase

Meaning

Maintain a state of composure and avoid showing signs of panic or agitation.

Examples

It is essential to be calm when dealing with an emergency situation.
She tried to be calm, but her trembling hands betrayed her anxiety.

Synonyms: relax, stay cool, remain composed, keep one's head

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be calm

verb phrase

Pronunciation: /biː kɑːm/

Definition

Maintain a state of composure and avoid showing signs of panic or agitation.

Examples

It is essential to be calm when dealing with an emergency situation.
She tried to be calm, but her trembling hands betrayed her anxiety.

Synonyms of be calm

Words with a similar meaning to be calm:

relax
stay cool
remain composed
keep one's head

Antonyms of be calm

Words with the opposite meaning to be calm:

panic
freak out

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