serenity

noun

se·​ren·​i·​ty sə-ˈre-nə-tē 

: a state of utter calm and unruffled repose or quietude

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Synonyms of serenity

• restfulness
• quietness
• sereneness
• quiet

Examples of serenity in a Sentence

the serenity in the aftermath of the tornado was remarkable

his serenity calmed those around him

Recent Examples on the Web

The camp still had the serenity of its mountain-valley surroundings. — J. B. MacKinnon, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026

The dwelling has evolved over the years as Jenner has matured and trends have shifted, now imbued with warm neutrals and an air of serenity rather than bold jolts of energy. — Architectural Digest, 15 Sep. 2026

The 94-passenger Amangati, which is now open for reservations and will set sail in spring 2027, embodies the hotel brand’s space and privacy design, and even offers a two-deck spa with a Japanese serenity garden. — Janice Wald Henderson, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

The book is a detailed, and often very funny, account of his final years, filled with hope and despair, panic and joy and serenity. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for serenity

• amenity
• obscenity
• lenity

Kids Definition

serenity

noun

se·​ren·​i·​ty sə-ˈren-ət-ē 

: the quality or state of being serene : peacefulness