Calm vs. Quiet
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on September 18, 2023
"Calm" refers to a peaceful state of mind or environment, often devoid of agitation, while "Quiet" primarily means absence or low levels of sound or noise.
Key Differences
People often say they're looking for a "Calm" vacation when they want a break that rejuvenates their mind and body. On the contrary, a "Quiet" vacation might simply mean one that is removed from loud or busy settings.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 18, 2023
"Calm" is often used to describe a state of mind where there is a lack of agitation or emotional disturbance. "Quiet," on the other hand, is usually employed to refer to an absence of sound or noise.
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 18, 2023
A "Calm" environment is not necessarily silent; it can have natural or ambient sounds that don't disturb the peacefulness. "Quiet" specifically means low in volume and does not imply emotional or mental tranquility.
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Sep 18, 2023
Being "Calm" is generally a broader term that can apply to situations, persons, or environments where there's an overall sense of peace or balance. "Quiet" is a more focused term that describes a lack of auditory stimulation.
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 18, 2023
Comparison Chart
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Calm and Quiet Definitions
Calm
Free from agitation or strong emotion.
She remained calm during the crisis.
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Calm
Nearly or completely motionless; undisturbed
The calm surface of the lake.
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Quiet
Making or characterized by little or no noise
A quiet library.
A quiet street.
A quiet, well tuned engine.
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Calm
Not excited or agitated; composed
The president was calm throughout the global crisis.
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Quiet
Free of turmoil and agitation; calm
A quiet lake.
A quiet place in the country.
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Quiet
Providing or allowing relaxation; restful; soothing
A quiet afternoon nap.
A quiet tune on the flute.
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Calm
A condition of no wind or a wind with a speed of less than 1 knot (1.15 miles per hour; 1.9 kilometers per hour), according to the Beaufort scale.
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Calm
Tranquility or serenity
"an unaccustomed reticence that I took to be the calm that follows rage" (Jeanne Marie Laskas).
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Calm
To make or become calm or quiet
A warm bath will calm you. After the storm, the air calmed.
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Quiet
Out of public scrutiny; known or discussed by few
Wanted to keep the incident quiet until after the election.
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Quiet
The quality or condition of being quiet
"A menacing quiet fills the empty streets" (Time).
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Quiet
To make (a title) secure by freeing from uncertainties or adverse claims as to the ownership.
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Calm
(in a person) The state of being calm; peacefulness; absence of worry, anger, fear or other strong negative emotion.
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Quiet
With little or no sound; free of disturbing noise.
I can't hear the music; it is too quiet.
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Calm
(in a place or situation) The state of being calm; absence of noise and disturbance.
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Quiet
Having little motion or activity; calm.
The sea was quiet
A quiet night at home
All quiet on the Western front
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Quiet
Not busy, of low quantity.
The traffic was quiet for a Monday morning.
Business was quiet for the season.
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Quiet
Not talking much or not talking loudly; reserved.
He's a very quiet man usually, but is very chatty after a few beers.
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Calm
Freedom from motion, agitation, or disturbance; a cessation or absence of that which causes motion or disturbance, as of winds or waves; tranquility; stillness; quiet; serenity.
The wind ceased, and there was a great calm.
A calm before a storm is commonly a peace of a man's own making.
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Calm
To make calm; to render still or quiet, as elements; as, to calm the winds.
To calm the tempest raised by Eolus.
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Quiet
(transitive) To cause (someone or something) to become quiet.
Can you quiet your child? He’s making lots of noise.
The umpire quieted the crowd so the game could continue in peace.
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Calm
To deliver from agitation or excitement; to still or soothe, as the mind or passions.
Passions which seem somewhat calmed.
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Quiet
(intransitive) To become quiet or calm.
When you quiet, we can start talking.
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Calm
Not stormy; without motion, as of winds or waves; still; quiet; serene; undisturbed.
Now all is calm, and fresh, and still.
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Quiet
The absence of sound; quietness.
There was a strange quiet in the normally very lively plaza.
We need a bit of quiet before we can start the show.
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Calm
Undisturbed by passion or emotion; not agitated or excited; tranquil; quiet in act or speech.
Such calm old age as conscience pureAnd self-commanding hearts ensure.
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Calm
Steadiness of mind under stress;
He accepted their problems with composure and she with equanimity
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Quiet
In a state of rest or calm; without stir, motion, or agitation; still; as, a quiet sea; quiet air.
They . . . were quiet all the night, saying, In the morning, when it is day, we shall kill him.
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Calm
Become quiet or calm, especially after a state of agitation;
After the fight both men need to cool off.
It took a while after the baby was born for things to settle down again.
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Calm
Cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to;
The patient must be sedated before the operation
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Quiet
Not excited or anxious; calm; peaceful; placid; settled; as, a quiet life; a quiet conscience.
That son, who on the quiet state of manSuch trouble brought.
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Calm
Not agitated; without losing self-possession;
Spoke in a calm voice
Remained calm throughout the uproar
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Quiet
Not giving offense; not exciting disorder or trouble; not turbulent; gentle; mild; meek; contented.
The ornament of a meek and quiet spirit.
I will sit as quiet as a lamb.
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Calm
Characterized by absence of emotional agitation;
Calm acceptance of the inevitable
Remained serene in the midst of turbulence
A serene expression on her face
She became more tranquil
Tranquil life in the country
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Quiet
Not showy; not such as to attract attention; undemonstrative; as, a quiet dress; quiet colors; a quiet movement.
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Quiet
The quality or state of being quiet, or in repose; as an hour or a time of quiet.
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Calm
Marked by freedom from agitation or excitement;
The rioters gradually became calm and slowly dispersed
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Quiet
Freedom from disturbance, noise, or alarm; stillness; tranquillity; peace; security.
And join with thee, calm Peace and Quiet.
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Quiet
To stop motion in; to still; to reduce to a state of rest, or of silence.
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Quiet
To calm; to appease; to pacify; to lull; to allay; to tranquillize; as, to quiet the passions; to quiet clamors or disorders; to quiet pain or grief.
Quiet yourselves, I pray, and be at peace.
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Quiet
To become still, silent, or calm; - often with down; as, be soon quieted down.
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Quiet
The absence of sound;
He needed silence in order to sleep
The street was quiet
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Quiet
Become quiet or quieter;
The audience fell silent when the speaker entered
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Quiet
Characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity;
A quiet life
A quiet throng of onlookers
Quiet peace-loving people
The factions remained quiet for almost 10 years
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Quiet
Free of noise or uproar; or making little if any sound;
A quiet audience at the concert
The room was dark and quiet
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Quiet
In a softened tone;
Hushed voices
Muted trumpets
A subdued whisper
A quiet reprimand
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Quiet
Free from disturbance;
A ribbon of sand between the angry sea and the placid bay
The quiet waters of a lagoon
A lake of tranquil blue water reflecting a tranquil blue sky
A smooth channel crossing
Scarcely a ripple on the still water
Unruffled water
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Quiet
Of the sun; characterized by a low level of surface phenomena like sun spots e.g.
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Quiet
With little or no activity or no agitation (`quiet' is a nonstandard variant for `quietly');
Her hands rested quietly in her lap
The rock star was quietly led out the back door
Sit here as quiet as you can
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FAQs
Can a person be both Calm and Quiet?
Yes, a person can be both calm in demeanor and quiet in speech.
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Sep 18, 2023
What does Calm mean?
Calm refers to a peaceful, undisturbed state, either mentally or environmentally.
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Is Calm the same as Quiet?
No, calm often pertains to emotional or mental peace, while quiet relates to lack of sound.
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Is Calm a noun?
Calm can be a noun, adjective, or verb, depending on the context.
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Sep 18, 2023
Can you be Quiet but not Calm?
Yes, you can be quiet but still feel internal emotional or mental turmoil.
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Sep 18, 2023
Is Quiet always peaceful?
Quiet can be peaceful but may also be eerie or unsettling in certain contexts.
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Sep 18, 2023
Can Calm be momentary?
Yes, calm can be a temporary state of peace or tranquility.
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Sep 18, 2023
Can a place be both Calm and Quiet?
Yes, a place can be both calm in atmosphere and quiet in sound level.
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Sep 18, 2023
Does Calm always mean the absence of noise?
No, calm can exist even with background noise if it doesn't disturb peace.
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Sep 18, 2023
Can music be Calm but not Quiet?
Yes, music can have a calming effect but still have varying levels of volume.
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Sep 18, 2023
Do Calm and Quiet have antonyms?
Yes, the antonym for calm could be "agitated," and for quiet could be "loud."
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Sep 18, 2023
Is Quiet relative?
Yes, what is considered quiet can vary between individuals and situations.
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Sep 18, 2023
Can Calm refer to weather?
Yes, calm can describe weather conditions that are peaceful and without strong winds or storms.
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Sep 18, 2023
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