Added 9 October 2026 calmly /ˈkɑː(ɹ)m.li/ adverb Categories: Describing WordsUncommon Words adverb ! Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about calmly at Wordnik → Where our words come from → With self-possession (especially in times of stress). he spoke calmly to the rioting students In a sedate manner. Related Words: sedatelypeacefullysoberlycoollyquietlygentlyeasilyquietsafelyeasyblithelyslowly Back to today's word