1
as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
a serene vacation spot
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2
as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation
a serene woman who was everyone's source of support
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3
as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a serene lake
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Recent Examples of serene
Designing an at-home spa experience in your own space transforms everyday routines into serene self-care rituals.
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Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
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These tints are universal, varying from faint and serene to decadent and assertive, and they can be styled in many ways for a contemporary yet traditional look.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2025
From $108 per night. Perks: Kitchenette, office space, gym
Tucked into a serene courtyard in Casablanca, this tiny studio glasshouse is a masterclass in compact, intentional design.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 9 Aug. 2025
Tied to popular trends like color drenching and color blocking, the shade supports a shift toward serene, versatile palettes.
—Sonal Dutt, People.com, 31 July 2025
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Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
These tints are universal, varying from faint and serene to decadent and assertive, and they can be styled in many ways for a contemporary yet traditional look.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2025
From $108 per night. Perks: Kitchenette, office space, gym
Tucked into a serene courtyard in Casablanca, this tiny studio glasshouse is a masterclass in compact, intentional design.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 9 Aug. 2025
Tied to popular trends like color drenching and color blocking, the shade supports a shift toward serene, versatile palettes.
—Sonal Dutt, People.com, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serene
Adjective
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Aston Villa have had a quiet summer, which has led to varying opinions on their floor and ceiling.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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Thessaloniki, however, pulses with spice-laden markets, waterfront cafés, and Byzantine mosaics tucked into quiet chapels.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Nonetheless, the analyst said investors should remain calm.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
16 Aug. 2025
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Life during wartime will make what came before seem positively calm.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The producers of The Valley were right to presume that chaos would ensue when people who’d been partying for 20 years tried to settle into more tranquil, suburban existences.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
13 Aug. 2025
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The four mile long loop built to connect parts of the city’s new Parks and Boulevards system was tranquil, scenic and offered grand views of the Missouri River below.—
Randy Mason,
Kansas City Star,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In a scene from the film, Benedict Wong's school principal character, Marcus, is shown at home with his husband, and viewers get a glimpse at their peaceful life before things take a dark turn.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
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Over the course of two weeks, ISIS invaded Sinjar, including my once peaceful village of Kocho, sewing fear and chaos, before killing nearly every Yazidi man in my village and taking women and children into captivity.—
Nadia Murad,
Time,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Her parents, Bertram and Olga, operated a music school and composed music.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Aug. 2025
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Yet for all the nerves, there is great pride in Yoro’s calm and composed performances, which have quickly taken him to the top.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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Yet some of the most responsive and well-run cities, including a host of safe and placid South Orange County cities such as Rancho Santa Margarita and Aliso Viejo, have relatively low staffing levels.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
10 Aug. 2025
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The Ocean Club has terrific service, spacious and placid rooms and a boutique-hotel feel with all the perks of a larger property.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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The circumstances are already stacked against restful sleep.—
Fluto Shinzawa,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
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Between night sweats and insomnia, menopause isn’t exactly known as a time of restful sleep.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Flow Space,
29 July 2025
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The collected water can then be used for watering the lawn and garden, reducing your spending and your water waste, while still keeping the lawn and garden looking great throughout the summer.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 July 2025
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These salts can leak out with the collected water, making for an unpalatable drink.—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
13 June 2025
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“Serene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serene. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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