serenity

noun

se·​ren·​i·​ty sə-ˈre-nə-tē How to pronounce serenity (audio)
Synonyms of serenitynext
: a state of utter calm and unruffled repose or quietude

Examples of serenity in a Sentence

the serenity in the aftermath of the tornado was remarkable his serenity calmed those around him
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That’s mostly because this is the only spa in Lisbon offering treatments inside a hammam, and in creating such a separate space from the rest of the hotel, the brand has managed to create a wonderful pocket of serenity. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Jan. 2026 The upgrades will concentrate on Thrall's Opera House; the Scholle House, where a Harmonist shoemaker once lived; and the Harmonist Labyrinth, a reconstructed garden-like maze that symbolized the clash between serenity and life's challenges. Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 30 Dec. 2025 The American Cemetery’s unsettling serenity reminds one that freedom comes with responsibility and at a tremendous cost. Fiona Donovan, Vanity Fair, 30 Dec. 2025 These warmer, earthier green tones evoke a sense of comfort and serenity, bringing the outdoors in and creating a sense of harmony with nature. Cori Sears, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for serenity

Word History

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of serenity was in 1599

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“Serenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/serenity. Accessed 6 Jan. 2026.

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serenity

noun
se·​ren·​i·​ty sə-ˈren-ət-ē How to pronounce serenity (audio)
: the quality or state of being serene : peacefulness

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