1
as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
a serene vacation spot
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as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation
a serene woman who was everyone's source of support
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a serene lake
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Recent Examples of serene
When designed thoughtfully, a bathroom can transform into a serene sanctuary.
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Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
The toiletries carry a serene, fresh scent, one that carries over from shampoo and conditioner to body lotion and more.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026
As for glam, Berry’s makeup was clean and serene, with bold brows, smokey eyes and a slightly glossy lip.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Stowe is home to miles upon miles of fantastic trails for snowshoeing, allowing travelers to enjoy the serene views at their own pace.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
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Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
The toiletries carry a serene, fresh scent, one that carries over from shampoo and conditioner to body lotion and more.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026
As for glam, Berry’s makeup was clean and serene, with bold brows, smokey eyes and a slightly glossy lip.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Stowe is home to miles upon miles of fantastic trails for snowshoeing, allowing travelers to enjoy the serene views at their own pace.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serene
Adjective
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Without my father’s booming presence, our house was strangely quiet.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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What was once a gravel and sand mine is being reforested and turned into a sanctuary with quiet beaches and a pristine, spring water lake.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Feb. 2026
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Amid its evolution into a shopping and dining powerhouse, the neighborhood long craved a calm refuge.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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July 23 – August 22 A calm focus fuels your ambition more than chaotic passion.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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For what's essentially the embryonic form of a massive star, L1544 is a remarkably tranquil place.—
Kiona N. Smith,
Space.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Schoen, owner of the Paradise River Bend wedding venue and vacation rental property, often visits what was once a pristine retreat across the road from his cabins, surrounded by trees and nestled along the usually tranquil Guadalupe River.—
Abrielle Kate Maddison,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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The two governments started working toward a peaceful resolution in the early 1980s, bringing the Anglo-Irish Agreement into effect in 1985.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
22 Feb. 2026
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There is no legal reason to do that while everything is peaceful, while everything is safeguarded by the agency.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2026
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And so Ekman-Larsson elevated his game and played some of the most physical and composed hockey of his career as the Leafs stumbled.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Comfortable Ride: Adaptive dynamics with the optional air suspension provides a smooth and composed ride, even on rough roads and off road trails.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Hicks was born in 1967, grew up in the placid Chicago suburb of South Holland, studied at a seminary on the Southwest Side, spent a year in Mexico, and served in the Archdiocese of Chicago’s parishes and seminaries.—
Paul Elie,
New Yorker,
6 Feb. 2026
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But this type of placid acceptance in the face of obvious danger isn’t unique to this ensemble.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Knowing how to wash pillows is important for a night of restful sleep.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
17 Feb. 2026
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Lin pointed out that this form of magnesium also helps support muscle and nerve function—two important factors in healthy, restful sleep.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
6 Feb. 2026
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These over collected taxes are then directed to corporate welfare schemes the most egregious is Hollywood subsidies.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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To address this, the Statista R research team employed triangulation, combining secondary data from global sources and national datasets with primary data from university reports and data submissions to verify collected information.—
TIME Staff,
Time,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Serene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serene. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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