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calming

UK
/ˈkɑːmɪŋ/
US
/ˈkɑmɪŋ/
calming down
calmingnoun
Translations
The calming of the storm allowed the sailors to safely return to shore.
L’apaisement de la tempête a permis aux marins de regagner le rivage en toute sécurité.
Additional translations
tranquillisationPlus rare, surtout dans un registre médical ou technique.
Definitions
The act or process of making someone or something tranquil or quiet.
The calming of the storm allowed the sailors to safely return to shore.
Synonyms
calmness
tranquility
serenity
peace
soothing effect
pacification
composure
settling
quieting
assuagement
relief
sedative
calmingadjective
more calming
Comp.
most calming
Super.
UK
/ˈkɑːmɪŋ/
US
/ˈkɑmɪŋ/
Translations
The calming music helped her relax after a stressful day.
La musique apaisante l’a aidée à se détendre après une journée stressante.
Additional translations
tranquillisantSurtout pour un effet sédatif ou en contexte médical.
Definitions
Having a soothing or tranquilizing effect.
The calming music helped her relax after a stressful day.
Synonyms
soothing
tranquil
peaceful
relaxing
serene
reassuring
mellow
placid
Antonyms
agitating
disturbing
exciting
calmpast participle
Definitions
Having been made calm; soothed or pacified.
The calmed passengers began to smile once the turbulence ended.
calmverb

calming

ing-form

calmed
Past Simple
calmed
Past Participle
calming
ing-form
UK
/kɑːm/
US
/kɑm/
Translations
She tried to calm the crying baby by singing a lullaby.
Elle a essayé de calmer le bébé qui pleurait en chantant une berceuse.
se calmer
After the storm passed, the sea began to calm.
Après le passage de la tempête, la mer a commencé à se calmer.
Definitions
To make someone or something less agitated or excited.
She tried to calm the crying baby by singing a lullaby.
To become less agitated or excited.
After the storm passed, the sea began to calm.
Synonyms
soothe
pacify
tranquilize
settle
compose
quiet
calmgerund / present participle

calming

Used attributively or predicatively (e.g., "a calming influence").
Translations
Her voice had a calming effect on the frightened children.
Sa voix avait un effet apaisant sur les enfants effrayés.
Additional translations
calmantEmploi fréquent en contexte médical ou descriptif.
Definitions
Having a soothing effect; tending to reduce agitation or anxiety.
Her voice had a calming effect on the frightened children.
calmnoun
Definitions
A state of tranquility or quietness, free from disturbance or agitation.
The calm of the early morning was broken by the sound of birds chirping.
A period or condition of freedom from storms, high winds, or rough activity of water.
The sailors enjoyed a brief calm before the storm hit.
A state of mental peace and serenity.
She found a sense of calm through meditation and yoga.
calmadjective
Definitions
Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.
She remained calm even when the situation became chaotic.
Free from disturbance; tranquil.
The calm sea made for a perfect day of sailing.
Of the weather, sea, or air: not windy or rough; free from storms or agitation.
The forecast predicted a calm day with barely a ripple on the lake.
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