adj

calmer

KAH-muh

Calmer (adj) means More calm; comparative form of "calm.". Example: “She felt much calmer after talking it through with a friend.”

adj

More calm; comparative form of "calm."

"She felt much calmer after talking it through with a friend."

How to use calmer

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes something or someone that is more peaceful or settled than before, or than something else.

Word forms

calmers plural

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Etymology

"Calm" plus the comparative suffix "-er."

Rhymes for calmer

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Frequently asked questions

What does “calmer” mean?

The word “calmer” means more calm; comparative form of "calm.". In plain terms, describes something or someone that is more peaceful or settled than before, or than something else.

How do you pronounce “calmer”?

“Calmer” is pronounced KAH-muh (/ˈkɑmɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “calmer” in a sentence?

Here is “calmer” used in a sentence: “She felt much calmer after talking it through with a friend.”

What part of speech is “calmer”?

“Calmer” is an adjective.