English · Adjectives

calmer

/ˈkɑːmər/

[/ˈkɑːmər/]

comparative of calm

Beginneradjective

Definition

Comparative form of 'calm'. Used to compare two things, saying one is more calm than the other.

Example

The sea is calmer this morning.

The sea is calmer this morning.

Etymology

From 'calm' plus the comparative suffix '-er'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in comparisons, often followed by 'than'.

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