tranquility

noun

tran·​quil·​i·​ty tran-ˈkwi-lə-tē 

traŋ-

variants US tranquility or chiefly British tranquillity

: the quality or state of being tranquil

the tranquility of the quiet countryside

Synonyms

• calm
• calmness
• hush
• peace
• peacefulness
• placidity
• quiet
• quietness
• quietude
• repose
• restfulness
• sereneness
• serenity
• still
• stillness

Examples of tranquility in a Sentence

enjoyed the tranquility of the snow-covered field at dusk

a psychotherapist valued for her tranquility and ability to listen

a mountain climber who finds inner tranquility as he looks out from the edge of some lofty precipice

Recent Examples on the Web

Incorporating plants or elements of nature can evoke a sense of tranquility. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025

Our readers believe there’s no better place to soak in the privacy, tranquility, and healing powers of Japan than at Aman Kyoto. —Jessica Vadillo, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2025

The Peacemaker: Curaçao These travelers are fond of tranquility and connecting with nature. —Ronny Maye, Essence, 21 Apr. 2025

Gather around the fire pit or treat yourself to a relaxing soak in the hot tub under a decorative arbor and enjoy the privacy and tranquility of the surroundings illuminated by custom lighting. —Monica Lander, Mercury News, 18 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tranquility

• ability
• agility
• civility
• debility
• docility
• ductility
• facility
• fertility
• fragility
• futility
• gentility
• hostility