serenity

noun

sə-ˈre-nə-tē How to pronounce serenity (audio)
Definition of serenitynext
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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2
as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper his serenity calmed those around him

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3
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 Perhaps the composer dreamed of a future performance like the one in Ojai; his music rejects the nightmare of history and goes in search of ultimate serenity. — Alex Ross, New Yorker, 29 June 2026 But Trinity will not let her newfound serenity get in the way of defending her friends. — Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 29 June 2026 This site strikes a rare balance between serenity and world-class action. — Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 26 June 2026 May strength, serenity, and solidarity prevail among us in the face of this difficult moment. — CBS News, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for serenity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for serenity
  1. restfulness
  2. composure
  3. peacefulness
  4. quietness
  5. calmness
  6. peace
  7. quiet
Noun
  • The proof was in my Oura ring sleep score—96% and optimal restfulness.
    — Brianna Peters, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026
  • But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.
    — Marisa McMillan, Outside, 29 Dec. 2025
Definition of restfulness
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  • The pressure to keep your composure could clash with very real needs at home or in your own personal life.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
  • Europe, naturally, handled this decision with great composure and perspective.
    — Amber Harding, FOXNews.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of composure
Noun
  • Instead, the seductive peacefulness of the house brought to her mind the contemplative sets in the BBC adaptation of Wolf Hall.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
  • The peacefulness of the nature around them helps make the war feel distant — the clouds rolling across the green hills, the bleating of their neighbor's goats at sunset.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
Definition of peacefulness
Noun
  • To come up with its study, the company looked at different factors that equate to quietness, including monthly search volume, visitor ratings, average summer temperatures, access to nearby restaurants and bars, and availability of accommodations.
    — Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2026
  • The last rays of the setting sun lit the distant Saw Tooth Mountains away to the west, while a quietness settled like a huge soft blanket spread over the wilderness.
    — Anton Money, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
Definition of quietness
Noun
  • In that space lives clarity, confidence and calmness.
    — Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • As the destruction and chaos continued on the streets, the family of the victim of Monday's stabbing attack at the center of the riots pleaded for calmness and tolerance.
    — Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 11 June 2026
Definition of calmness
Noun
  • Climate change will continue to exacerbate conflict long after the guns fall silent, with profound implications for human security, national stability, and international peace.
    — Sarah Yerkes, Time, 10 July 2026
  • Moreover, the next stage of negotiations will have to confront more long-standing territorial and political disputes that have bedeviled regional peace.
    — Anthony Wanis-St John, The Conversation, 10 July 2026
Definition of peace
Noun
  • On Saturday afternoon, as tournament leaders played in the quiet of a clearing course and a low-slung sun, train whistles from the Long Island Railroad echoed clear across the land, offering reminders for the few who remained that their ride was leaving.
    — Brendan Quinn, New York Times, 21 June 2026
  • Wow that the quiet of Sunday surfaces feelings the rest of the week buries.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026
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