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calmly Meaning & Definition

/ˈkɑː(ɹ)m.li/

What Does Calmly Mean?

As an adjective, calmly means marked by calm. It is also used to mean free from agitation, excitement, or disturbance.

Calmly at a Glance

Part of speechadjective
Pronunciation/ˈkɑː(ɹ)m.li/
Syllables2
Synonymssedately
Comparative / superlativemore calmly, most calmly

Calmly Definition (Adjective)

  1. marked by calm : still

    a calm sea

  2. free from agitation, excitement, or disturbance

Synonyms of Calmly

Calmly synonyms and antonyms →

Calmly in a Sentence

a calm sea

Word Forms & Grammar

calm·ly adverb

calm·ness noun

calm

calmer

calmest

calmly

calmness

calmnesses

calmly (comparative more calmly, superlative most calmly)

Words That Rhyme With Calmly

Origin of Calmly

Origin 1: see calm:1

Origin 2: From calm + -ly.

First Known Use

14th century

How Do You Say Calmly?

The standard pronunciation of calmly is /ˈkɑː(ɹ)m.li/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (kɑː(ɹ)m).

Frequently Asked Questions About Calmly

What part of speech is calmly?

Calmly is an adjective.

What is another word for calmly?

Words with a similar meaning to calmly include sedately. See the full list of calmly synonyms and antonyms.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of calmly?

The comparative form is more calmly and the superlative form is most calmly.

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