Basic Details
Word: Calm
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: A state of being quiet and peaceful, not feeling nervous or excited.
Synonyms: Peaceful, tranquil, serene
Antonyms: Agitated, anxious, chaotic
Idioms and Phrases
- Keep calm and carry on: Remain steady and continue to do what you need to do, even in stressful situations. Example: "When the storm hit, she told everyone to keep calm and carry on with their tasks."
- Calm before the storm: A quiet period that occurs before a time of chaos or trouble. Example: "The sunny weather was the calm before the storm; soon, the winds picked up and it began to rain heavily."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The lake was calm and still, reflecting the blue sky above.
Example 2: He took deep breaths to stay calm during the presentation.
Example 3: Even when faced with challenges, she remained calm and collected.
Fun Fact
The word "calm" comes from the Latin word "cauma," which means "heat of the day." It originally referred to stillness and quietness associated with hot weather.
Famous Quote
"The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another." - William James
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "calm" mean?
a) Excited and loud
b) Quiet and peaceful
c) Angry and chaotic
d) Fast and rushing
Answer: b) Quiet and peaceful
2. Which of these is a synonym of "calm"?
a) Disturbed
b) Peaceful
c) Frantic
d) Chaotic
Answer: b) Peaceful
3. Which sentence uses "calm" correctly?
a) The calm waves crashed on the shore.
b) She felt calm after losing the race.
c) They danced in a calm way.
d) The calm noise kept everyone awake.
Answer: a) The calm waves crashed on the shore.
4. Which idiom means to maintain one's composure?
a) Calm before the storm
b) Keep calm and carry on
c) A storm in a teacup
d) All in good time
Answer: b) Keep calm and carry on
5. What is the opposite of "calm"?
a) Silent
b) Agitated
c) Quiet
d) Relaxed
Answer: b) Agitated
