windlessness
Complete atmospheric calm
Windlessness is the state of being without wind—complete stillness in the air.
The word appears in descriptions of calm weather or sheltered places: The windlessness of the cove made it perfect for swimming.
It can suggest either peaceful tranquility or oppressive stagnation, depending on context.
Complete lack of motion
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
- tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
- peaceFreedom from disturbance
- placidityState of undisturbed calm
becalmed · glassy · smooth · unruffled · halcyon · restful · soothing · idyllic
Having no atmosphere
- stiflingOppressively hot and close
- suffocatingDepriving of air
- oppressiveUnjustly harsh or stifling
- heavyOf great mass
muggy · humid · close · stuffy · unventilated · sweltering · stale · fetid
stillness
Complete lack of motion
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
- tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
- peaceFreedom from disturbance
placidity · becalmed · glassy · smooth · unruffled · halcyon · restful · soothing · idyllic · repose
airless
Having no atmosphere
- stiflingOppressively hot and close
- suffocatingDepriving of air
- oppressiveUnjustly harsh or stifling
heavy · muggy · humid · close · stuffy · unventilated · sweltering · stale · fetid · musty
becalmed
Left motionless by windlessness
flat · glassy · drifting · stranded · idle · marooned · adrift · listless · waiting · stalled