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or tranquillity
1
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
The Weeknd grasps at casual indifference, at the tranquility of the Stoics, the impassivity of the unmoved man.
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Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2026
Irish Acres, at 14375 Starkey Road in West Delray, is a pocket of tranquility that feels removed from the loud rush of cars exiting the nearby turnpike, or the bustle of shoppers at nearby stores and restaurants, some opening in recent years.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
The Rooms Clad in rich wood and walls of glass, my private villa featured an oversized bed, peering out onto a tranquility pond beyond a private deck.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
The Intimate Alfresco Experience Homeowners are prioritizing wellness and tranquility in their backyards, adding flower and herb gardens, water features, firepits, cozy seating, and ambient lighting.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
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Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2026
Irish Acres, at 14375 Starkey Road in West Delray, is a pocket of tranquility that feels removed from the loud rush of cars exiting the nearby turnpike, or the bustle of shoppers at nearby stores and restaurants, some opening in recent years.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
The Rooms Clad in rich wood and walls of glass, my private villa featured an oversized bed, peering out onto a tranquility pond beyond a private deck.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
The Intimate Alfresco Experience Homeowners are prioritizing wellness and tranquility in their backyards, adding flower and herb gardens, water features, firepits, cozy seating, and ambient lighting.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for tranquility
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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Ruffier was impressed by Bresson’s composure and willingness to engage.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Jan. 2026
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Kame, a sophomore guard, showed her composure by scoring 10 points in the fourth quarter.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
17 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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Seattle also wouldn’t be here without Darnold’s calmness and consistency.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
New York Times,
8 Jan. 2026
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People say the hobby offers calmness and a sense of control.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
3 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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There is also a lot to appreciate in the quietness of the season.—
Morayo Ogunbayo,
AJC.com,
1 Jan. 2026
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Morchhale explains that quietness should not be mistaken for passive surrender.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
1 Dec. 2025
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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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The neighborhood/area Walking distance from Lisbon's city centers—Principe Real, Barrio Alto—this hotel's strength is its proximity to the park and the relative quiet enjoyed by guests as a result.—
Charlie Hobbs,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Tranquility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tranquility. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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