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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
Mexico’s iconic Yucatan Peninsula is a place of contrasts, where impenetrable jungle meets wide open ocean, lush vegetation meets sandy shores, and vibrant energy meets pure serenity.
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Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
Framed by lush hillsides and untouched greenery, the secluded cove feels worlds away from the rest of St Barth’s, with calm, crystal clear water and a sense of near-total serenity.
—Molly Barstein, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2026
Anantaajith Raghuraman Hakon Haraldsson After the chaos of last summer’s transfer window, Brentford head coach Keith Andrews will welcome the relative serenity of this one.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Ultimately, the issue was less the goggles than the damp spirit of woo, the regimented serenity and us-ness of it all.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 30 Jan. 2026
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Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
Framed by lush hillsides and untouched greenery, the secluded cove feels worlds away from the rest of St Barth’s, with calm, crystal clear water and a sense of near-total serenity.
—Molly Barstein, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2026
Anantaajith Raghuraman Hakon Haraldsson After the chaos of last summer’s transfer window, Brentford head coach Keith Andrews will welcome the relative serenity of this one.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Ultimately, the issue was less the goggles than the damp spirit of woo, the regimented serenity and us-ness of it all.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 30 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serenity
Noun
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
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One of Lamont’s unacknowledged strengths is his public composure and innate courtesy in an era when escalating vulgarity in politics shows an ugly American face to us and the world.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
7 Feb. 2026
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The ride strikes a fine balance between composure and comfort.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Suddenly, the peacefulness turned into total chaos as noise and motion erupted around me.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Feb. 2026
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Families with children swim in the shallow ripples, and sea gulls flock above the peacefulness.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Not with the quietness of a disease already in her brain; not drugged and almost constantly sleeping.—
Molly Aitken,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
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While Sabalenka’s emotions intensified, Rybakina maintained a determined quietness throughout.—
John Pye,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2026
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Maybe Romero was the perfect vice-captain under former head coach Ange Postecoglou because his fiery on-field persona balanced the calmness of Son Heung-min.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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These delicious gummies support calmness and relaxation without the use of melatonin.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
26 Jan. 2026
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That continuity spans administrations, parties, and eras of war and peace, yet most Americans have never heard this history.—
Carol L. Harris,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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Organizers encouraged people to join to stand together in love, peace and prayer.—
Laurie Perez,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
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When the crashing stopped, an eerie quiet fell over the highway.—
Nichole Manna,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Jan. 2026
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Since the departure of National Guardsmen from the state, there has been an uneasy quiet in Portland.—
James Ross Gardner,
New Yorker,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Serenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serenity. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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