adj Uncommon

calmed

Calmed (adj) means made peaceful or settled after being upset or agitated. Example: “The calmed waters made the crossing much easier.”

adj

Made peaceful or settled after being upset or agitated.

"The calmed waters made the crossing much easier."

How to Use Calmed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe past tense of "calm," describing something or someone that has settled down.

Word Forms

more calmed comparative, most calmed superlative

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “calmed” mean?

The word “calmed” means made peaceful or settled after being upset or agitated. In plain terms, the past tense of "calm," describing something or someone that has settled down.

How do you use “calmed” in a sentence?

Here is “calmed” used in a sentence: “The calmed waters made the crossing much easier.”

What part of speech is “calmed”?

“Calmed” is an adjective.

Is “calmed” a common word?

“Calmed” is an uncommon word in modern English.