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 main-floor primary suite leans into serenity—another thing in short supply in the series, with a private sitting area, patio access, a spacious dressing room, and a spa-like bath with a steam shower.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2026
In the vivid color of vegetables, the quiet serenity of a backyard porch, or the consuming mass of a cloud formation, these painters remind us of the beauty in the everyday.
—Anya Sesay, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Their serenity is about to be broken by the arrival of the new PE teacher who is haunted by his past and determined to uncover the secret of how all of the townspeople are healed weekly by the touch of a 15-year-old boy with special powers.
—William Earl, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
The quieter shores of Fallen Leaf Lake give visitors the chance to experience the serenity of the mountains just a short drive from town.
—Brian Higgins, Outside, 25 Mar. 2026
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2026
In the vivid color of vegetables, the quiet serenity of a backyard porch, or the consuming mass of a cloud formation, these painters remind us of the beauty in the everyday.
—Anya Sesay, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Their serenity is about to be broken by the arrival of the new PE teacher who is haunted by his past and determined to uncover the secret of how all of the townspeople are healed weekly by the touch of a 15-year-old boy with special powers.
—William Earl, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
The quieter shores of Fallen Leaf Lake give visitors the chance to experience the serenity of the mountains just a short drive from town.
—Brian Higgins, Outside, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serenity
Noun
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The proof was in my Oura ring sleep score—96% and optimal restfulness.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2026
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
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The Quattro system distributes power seamlessly and even on tighter downhill switchbacks, the vehicle maintained composure.—
Chris Jackson,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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Mendoza wins with command, accuracy, red-zone efficiency and grown-man composure.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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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
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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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The work ethic is there, but so are the routines, the quirks, the quietness, the edge.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
4 Apr. 2026
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This one strikes a mid-century chord with its wide face and retro time display, with an atomic dial and silent-sweep movement to maximize quietness.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
6 Mar. 2026
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Not only that, his calmness was crucial to helping his side build from the back.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Chamomile’s apigenin promotes calmness and, when combined with matcha, creates a focused but relaxed state.—
Kathleen Ferraro,
Verywell Health,
8 Apr. 2026
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That’s not a path to any sort of peace or security for Israel or the rest of the Middle East.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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Steady, honest decisions protect your peace more than overextending.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Against this backdrop, the current quiet does not signal restraint.—
Will Walters,
STAT,
23 Apr. 2026
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Rent a canoe or kayak and bask in the blissful quiet of the wilderness.—
Joie Probst,
Midwest Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Serenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serenity. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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