1
as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the serenity in the aftermath of the tornado was remarkable
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
his serenity calmed those around him
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as in peacefulness
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
the momentary serenity experienced during his lunchtime rambles gets him through the rest of the workday
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Recent Examples of serenity
The eco-conscious oasis offers services for unwinding but guests can also enjoy the serenity of the sea while lounging on a sunbed at the shore.
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Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
Elena comes across as the most together, but what looks like serenity is actually disdain.
—Amy Nicholson, Twin Cities, 15 May 2025
The sellers have owned the home since 2014 and emphasize the property’s serenity and easy access to Santa Rosa and St. Helena’s shops and restaurants and to wineries in Sonoma and Napa counties.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Here, serenity and wellness are key to the whole experience, offering privacy amid nature and a spa with treatments centered around Maya traditions and the sea, and bespoke wellness retreats tailored individually.
—Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
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Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
Elena comes across as the most together, but what looks like serenity is actually disdain.
—Amy Nicholson, Twin Cities, 15 May 2025
The sellers have owned the home since 2014 and emphasize the property’s serenity and easy access to Santa Rosa and St. Helena’s shops and restaurants and to wineries in Sonoma and Napa counties.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Here, serenity and wellness are key to the whole experience, offering privacy amid nature and a spa with treatments centered around Maya traditions and the sea, and bespoke wellness retreats tailored individually.
—Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serenity
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Charles took over offensively after the heated moment with 11 points in the third quarter alone, but the rest of the team struggled to maintain composure at either end.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
15 June 2025
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That’s a box that Brooks could check Friday as the Griffins take on JSerra in the Division 2 championship at 7 p.m. Brooks, 14, is an attractive pick because of her composure, location and improvement.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
28 May 2025
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Earlier Monday, Russia and Ukraine held the first stage of a prisoner swap following an agreement reached during peace talks in Istanbul, Turkey.—
Jason Volack,
ABC News,
10 June 2025
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In a sign of how far from peace the belligerents are, Russia launched another major drone strike overnight, hitting a hospital maternity ward in Odesa and parts of Kyiv, killing two, Ukrainian officials said.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
10 June 2025
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If her body isn’t always willing, her mind and her heart are still keen on the sport, so Press makes her most valuable contributions now in the quiet of the locker room.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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From the misty hills of Harpers Ferry to the cosmic quiet of Green Bank, here’s how to explore one of the country’s most underrated summer destinations from east to west.—
West Virginia Tourism Office,
AFAR Media,
9 May 2025
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“Serenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serenity. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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