calmly

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B1 — Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adverb with self-possession (especially in times of stress)
  2. adverb in a sedate manner

Etymology

From calm + -ly.

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