serenity

noun

se·​ren·​i·​ty sə-ˈre-nə-tē How to pronounce serenity (audio)
: a state of utter calm and unruffled repose or quietude

Examples of serenity in a Sentence

the serenity in the aftermath of the tornado was remarkable his serenity calmed those around him
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Designed with a deep respect for the natural landscape, each homesite averages over a half acre, giving homeowners the space and serenity to enjoy a tranquil lifestyle rarely found in today’s fast-growing Kansas City metropolitan area. Prime Development Land Company, Kansas City Star, 8 June 2025 The eco-conscious oasis offers services for unwinding but guests can also enjoy the serenity of the sea while lounging on a sunbed at the shore. Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025 Elena comes across as the most together, but what looks like serenity is actually disdain. Amy Nicholson, Twin Cities, 15 May 2025 The sellers have owned the home since 2014 and emphasize the property’s serenity and easy access to Santa Rosa and St. Helena’s shops and restaurants and to wineries in Sonoma and Napa counties. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for serenity

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of serenity was in the 15th century

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“Serenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/serenity. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.

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serenity

noun
se·​ren·​i·​ty sə-ˈren-ət-ē How to pronounce serenity (audio)
: the quality or state of being serene : peacefulness

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