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

And your home base for it all will be one of the many accommodations at the Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa, where each room is designed to bring the serenity of the Sonoran Desert indoors. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 July 2026

Expect serenity, surrounded by shades of cream and gray and eucalyptus essence in the bathroom products. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026

Its true talent is maintaining serenity while traveling quickly, occasionally deploying the V12’s immense reserve to pass slower traffic without disturbing the passengers. — Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Just beyond the tangle of Wisconsin Dells waterslides, Ishnala Supper Club serves tradition with a side of serenity in Lake Delton. — Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 26 July 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