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or tranquillity
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
enjoyed the tranquility of the snow-covered field at dusk
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
a psychotherapist valued for her tranquility and ability to listen
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as in peace
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a mountain climber who finds inner tranquility as he looks out from the edge of some lofty precipice
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Recent Examples of tranquility
As overtourism continues to plague destinations around Europe, travelers are seeking trips to places which still offer tranquillity, authentic culture and a sense of discovery.
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Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Matcha, Clay, and a deep blue Baltic variation approach the same tranquility, with clean lines that feel modern but not severe, thanks to the soft drape of 100% French linen.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
But that tranquility became harder to protect as more families and hikers showed up, hoping for a closer encounter.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
For perspective, the park spans an area roughly equal to 74 football fields, offering ample room for visitors to find their own corner of tranquility or join in community activities.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 16 Jan. 2026
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Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Matcha, Clay, and a deep blue Baltic variation approach the same tranquility, with clean lines that feel modern but not severe, thanks to the soft drape of 100% French linen.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
But that tranquility became harder to protect as more families and hikers showed up, hoping for a closer encounter.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
For perspective, the park spans an area roughly equal to 74 football fields, offering ample room for visitors to find their own corner of tranquility or join in community activities.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tranquility
Noun
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
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The typical composure is gone from his game.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Ruffier was impressed by Bresson’s composure and willingness to engage.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The new agreement says that Ukraine’s sovereignty and its ability to defend itself are non-negotiable elements of any peace deal and warned that its self-defense is essential to its own security and wider Euro-Atlantic stability.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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As temperatures bottom out and ice fringes the shore, a certain peace takes over.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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Locals cherish the balance between welcoming visitors and preserving the serenity that defines their hometowns.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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That’s mostly because this is the only spa in Lisbon offering treatments inside a hammam, and in creating such a separate space from the rest of the hotel, the brand has managed to create a wonderful pocket of serenity.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Jan. 2026
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Morales and the other aquatic performers had to master the art of finding calmness and holding their breath for at least 45 seconds.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
18 Jan. 2026
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Stafford credited his calmness to his 17 years of NFL experience.—
Steve Reed,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Jan. 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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France is the most militarized country in Western and Central Europe, while South America was the only region to record an improvement of peacefulness in this latest index.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
30 Aug. 2025
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Combine that with EVs’ inherent benefits—quietness, smoothness, and low operating costs—and the case for electrification becomes irresistible.—
Alex Hewitt,
IEEE Spectrum,
6 Jan. 2026
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There is also a lot to appreciate in the quietness of the season.—
Morayo Ogunbayo,
AJC.com,
1 Jan. 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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“Tranquility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tranquility. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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