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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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2
as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
a psychotherapist valued for her tranquility and ability to listen
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3
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
Visitors for its tranquility and opportunities to explore the Currituck Beach Lighthouse and historic district.
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Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2025
Reflecting on her experience after the flight, King described the tranquility of space.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The mansion, part of the small community of Wilton, is a fusion of elegance, tranquility and entertainment opportunities.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2025
The ivory color of his suit symbolizes purity, elegance, and tranquility across various cultures.
—Alex Harrington, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025
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Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2025
Reflecting on her experience after the flight, King described the tranquility of space.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The mansion, part of the small community of Wilton, is a fusion of elegance, tranquility and entertainment opportunities.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2025
The ivory color of his suit symbolizes purity, elegance, and tranquility across various cultures.
—Alex Harrington, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tranquility
Noun
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That composure led to him landing a knee in the third round after a scramble to get off the mat and setting up the ground strikes that finished the fight at the 3:43 mark of Round 3.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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George looked visibly thrilled, while Charlotte gazed upward with quiet composure.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
5 May 2025
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Putin sent a second-tier team of negotiators to the peace talks, spurning Zelenskyy's challenge to meet in person.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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The peace talks in Istanbul on May 16 were the first direct negotiations between the two nations since 2022.—
Emma Marsden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 May 2025
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Wisdom and serenity might have finally washed over me.—
Denise Snodell,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2025
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The rug trends this year are simpler, using texture and fields of color to create serenity, depth, and interest.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2025
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From the misty hills of Harpers Ferry to the cosmic quiet of Green Bank, here’s how to explore one of the country’s most underrated summer destinations from east to west.—
West Virginia Tourism Office,
AFAR Media,
9 May 2025
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In the quiet of his private room, Trinita shares a painful memory of her past.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Tranquility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tranquility. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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