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
The Perry Hotel, Naples Newcomer The Perry Hotel, Naples takes advantage of its prime, serene perch along the Cocohatchee River in North Naples, offering hotel guests a free boat shuttle to the beach.
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Angela Caraway-Carlton, Miami Herald, 8 May 2025
The garden has themed outdoor areas, including a Mermaid Room shaded by serene monkeypod trees and adorned with a geometric mermaid fountain.
—Rachel Ng, AFAR Media, 7 May 2025
Then, on April 22, in a serene meadow of south Kashmir’s Pahalgam town, a group of militants opened fire on tourists.
—Fahad Shah, Christian Science Monitor, 7 May 2025
Her makeup included a serene visage with smokey eyes and a glossy lip.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 May 2025
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Angela Caraway-Carlton, Miami Herald, 8 May 2025
The garden has themed outdoor areas, including a Mermaid Room shaded by serene monkeypod trees and adorned with a geometric mermaid fountain.
—Rachel Ng, AFAR Media, 7 May 2025
Then, on April 22, in a serene meadow of south Kashmir’s Pahalgam town, a group of militants opened fire on tourists.
—Fahad Shah, Christian Science Monitor, 7 May 2025
Her makeup included a serene visage with smokey eyes and a glossy lip.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serene
Adjective
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The saw-whets, perhaps intimidated by the larger owl, had gone quiet.—
Brad Dokken,
Twin Cities,
10 May 2025
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As economic uncertainties mount and corporate stability feels increasingly tenuous, a quiet revolution is taking place among millennials and Gen Z: the rise of DIY businesses.—
Jasmine Browley,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Three Palestinians in Gaza told Reuters early on Monday afternoon that there had been calm since midday, with no sound of drones or warplanes.—
James Mackenzie,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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In a moment when the joyously plural expressions of being American are funnelled down to a single dominant script, the careful, considered, globally-oriented, calm Leo XIV is unlikely to fulfil the aspirations of MAGA loyalists to a showdown, a culture war or an open conflict.—
Anna Rowlands,
Time,
12 May 2025
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Click here to see all the photos of the tranquil New York getaway.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
8 May 2025
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The saga of this allegedly civilized periodical seemed about as tranquil as a Viking smithy.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
5 May 2025
Adjective
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The story will chronicle the events of May 15, 1970, when Mississippi police opened fire outside dormitories at Jackson State College (now Jackson State University), killing two unarmed students and injuring 12 others, during a peaceful protest against racial injustice.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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Bajwa was more inclined to look for a peaceful resolution with India over Kashmir and other issues.—
Ayesha Jalal,
The Conversation,
8 May 2025
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The speech was met with interruptions from hecklers, prompting Kennedy to remain composed and even express gratitude for the lessons learned from such interactions.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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The resort’s composed, perfectionist manager who returned to Japan after years in New York’s hospitality industry.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This public beach is surrounded by water on all sides and features a cove with placid waters that are great for wading.—
Tykesha Spivey Burton,
Southern Living,
4 May 2025
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The Dalarna region is Sweden at its best, with dense forests speckling the landscape, a web of foot trails, dramatic waterfalls, gentle slopes for hiking and skiing, and placid lakes, including one of the country’s largest, Lake Siljan.—
Jeanine Barone,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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For back sleepers, the quest for the ideal pillow is crucial to achieving restful and rejuvenating sleep.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
14 May 2025
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You’re guaranteed a restful stay at the masseria (Italian for farm house), set amid hectares of almond and olive groves (Toritto is several miles away).—
Catherine Sabino,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Some visitors bring their collected shells, sea glass, and bits of beach fodder.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
6 May 2025
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Warhol is one of the most collected artists in the Emirates and the car offered collectors a fresh reframe the icon.—
Grace Banks,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Serene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serene. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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