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becalm

verb

/bɪˈkɑːm/

Meaning

to make calm or still; to deprive a sailing vessel of wind

The captain tried to becalm the anxious crew.

soothe, pacify, quiet, settle, still

agitate, disturb, excite

becalm the sea, becalm the crew, becalm the mind

to feel intense dislike or disgust for

Succeeded in achieving (something that one desires and has worked for); reached a specified age, siz...

Make or become stronger; reinforce or fortify something physically, mentally, or emotionally.

to charm or enchant someone, often in a deceptive way

Give new life and vitality to something.

To find out or make sure of something with certainty.