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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With private suites, barbecues, and outdoor dining areas, the retreat naturally accommodates families and friend groups eager to immerse themselves in the desert’s serenity. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026 Located in downtown Phoenix, this garden will give your photos an air of Japanese serenity. Trenesha Striggles, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026 Composed in the wake of a harrowing medical diagnosis, the Los Angeles saxophonist’s debut album toggles between serenity and psychedelia, aided by an array of West Coast jazz heavyweights. Linnie Greene, Pitchfork, 17 Feb. 2026 Rafael Manuel’s Filipiñana opens with a provocation coyly disguised as serenity. Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for serenity

Word History

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 23 Feb. 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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