✅ Calm means to make someone quiet and free from disturbance or strong emotions (She took deep breaths to calm herself before the exam).

✅ Allay means to reduce the intensity of something, such as fear or worry (The doctor’s reassurance helped allay his concerns about the surgery).

✅ These terms both describe reducing agitation or worry.

✅ Calm is used more broadly to bring about a state of tranquility, while allay is specifically used to describe reducing fears or concerns (The serene music helped calm the baby; The spokesperson's explanation allayed the public's fears).

✅ A hero is a person who is admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities (She became a hero in her community by saving the children from the fire).

✅ A paladin is a knightly or heroic champion, often characterized by a strong sense of duty and honor (In the fantasy novel, the paladin defended the kingdom from the invading forces).

✅ Both hero and paladin describe individuals known for their bravery and noble actions.

✅ Hero is a broader term and can be used in various contexts, whereas paladin is more specific and often used in historical or fantasy settings (He was a hero to the local people after the natural disaster; The paladin swore an oath to protect the realm).

✅ An icy tone or manner is an unfriendly one that might leave you a little shaky (He replied to his friend with a mean, icy voice).

✅ A steely tone or manner is calculated and determined in a rigid sort of way (“This is how you will complete the task,” she said in a steely voice).

✅ Both words denote a coldness in someone’s voice or manner.

✅ Icy generally describes coldness in demeanor, whereas steely specifically refers to strength and determination with a clear dose of harshness (His tone was icy, making everyone uncomfortable; Their steely resolve impressed the rival team).