Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
simmer-down
phrasal verb
/ˈsɪmər daʊn/
Definition
To calm down or to become less agitated.
Examples
- After the argument, it took a while for him to simmer down and see things clearly.
- She told him to simmer down before he made any rash decisions.
Meaning
Simmer-down refers to the process of cooling off from a heightened emotional state, often used when someone is upset or angry.
Synonyms
- calm down
- settle down
- cool off
