serenity

noun

se·​ren·​i·​ty sə-ˈre-nə-tē How to pronounce serenity (audio)
: 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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The intimate lobby has a soothing dimness, crafted to ease stress and establish a sense of serenity. Kinsey Giddick, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2025 But there’s a surprising sense of coziness, serenity and comfort throughout. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 2 Aug. 2025 That sense of serenity was shattered Monday when a man stormed the Midtown building with an assault rifle and unleashed a hailstorm of bullets, killing three people in the lobby. Holly Yan, CNN Money, 1 Aug. 2025 To some, a bed is a sanctuary—a place of serenity, calm, escape. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for serenity

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of serenity was in the 15th century

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“Serenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/serenity. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.

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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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