Definitions and Examples of stillness, calm
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
The absence of movement or sound; calmness.
Example
The stillness of the forest was only broken by the occasional chirping of birds.
Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions; peaceful.
Example
She took a deep breath and tried to remain calm despite the chaos around her.
Key Differences: stillness vs calm
- 1Stillness refers to the absence of movement or sound, while ripple implies a small wave or series of waves on the surface of water.
- 2Calm is a state of peacefulness and absence of strong emotions, while ripple is a physical phenomenon that can occur in both calm and turbulent waters.
Effective Usage of stillness, calm
- 1Nature Descriptions: Use stillness to describe peaceful environments such as forests, lakes, and mountains.
- 2Meditation and Relaxation: Incorporate calm in guided meditations and relaxation exercises.
- 3Water Bodies: Use ripple to describe the movement of water in rivers, lakes, and oceans.
Remember this!
The antonyms of ripple are stillness and calm. While stillness refers to the absence of movement or sound, calm is a state of peacefulness and absence of strong emotions. Use these words to describe nature, meditation, and water bodies.