serenity

[ suh-ren-i-tee ]

noun

, plural se·ren·i·ties

1. the state or quality of being serene, calm, or tranquil; sereneness.

   Synonyms: peacefulness, peace, calm, composure

   Antonyms: agitation

2. (usually initial capital letter) a title of honor, respect, or reverence, used in speaking of or to certain members of royalty (usually preceded by his, your, etc.).

Other Words From

• over·se·reni·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of serenity¹

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English serenite, from Latin serēnitās; serene ( def ), -ity ( def )

Example Sentences

With her signature shawl draped over her shoulders and silver hair pulled back from her face, Jane Goodall exudes serenity - even over our slightly blurry video call.

From BBC

If City were winning, there would be a serenity as events moved behind the scenes.

From BBC

Other attractions includes the Santa Monica Pier’s Ferris wheel, which will be lit up in Seventeen’s official colors — rose, quartz and serenity.

From Los Angeles Times

Sometimes the best gift is not another item to keep track of but an experience where you can lose yourself entirely and find serenity, healing or replenishment.

From Los Angeles Times

Nara Smith is idolized and also ridiculed, but the unbothered serenity she channels in every video is eerily effective.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• calmness
• composure
• patience
• peace of mind
• stillness
• tranquillity