tranquil
Americanadjective
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free from commotion or tumult; peaceful; quiet; calm.
a tranquil country place.
- Antonyms:
- agitated
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free from or unaffected by disturbing emotions; unagitated; serene; placid.
a tranquil life.
adjective
Related Words
See peaceful.
Other Word Forms
- tranquilly adverb
- tranquilness noun
- untranquil adjective
- untranquilly adverb
- untranquilness noun
Etymology
Origin of tranquil
First recorded in 1595–1605; earlier tranquill, from Latin tranquillus “quiet, calm, still”
Example Sentences
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Building democratic institutions would take time, which is why he advocates for what he describes as a “tranquil transition,” which would include a calendar for future elections.
From Los Angeles Times
Along the way we visit a fair number of handsome library-like studies, complete with picture windows looking out onto tranquil, verdant scenes.
“Exquisite and tranquil lands perfect for hiking, horseback riding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and more,” the listing said.
From MarketWatch
The sudden movement in an otherwise tranquil foyer was striking.
From BBC
For a moment Tehran resembled a city at peace, with birdsong, joggers and tranquil views of the snow-capped Alborz mountains in the distance.
From Barron's
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