Becalm and Quell

Becalm

Becalm verb - To free from distress or disturbance.
Usage example: becalmed at last, she slept soundly for the first time in weeks

Quell and becalm are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Quell" instead a verb "Becalm".

Quell

Quell verb - To put a stop to (something) by the use of force.

Becalm and quell are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Becalm" instead a verb "Quell".

Nearby Word: quelling
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