serenity
/səˈrɛn.ɪ.ti/ IELTSAcademic
noun
Serenity is the state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled. It can describe a person, a place, or a feeling.
- The lake had a feeling of serenity.
- She spoke with great serenity.
- We needed some serenity after the busy week.
Adinary Nuance
Serenity is calmer and more poetic than calm. It suggests a peaceful state that feels deep, quiet, and steady, not just the absence of noise or stress. Writers often choose serenity when they want a gentle, beautiful mood. It is closer to peace than to simple relaxation.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- sự bình yên
- Spanish
- serenidad
- Chinese
- 宁静
- Japanese
- 静けさ
- Korean
- 평온
Etymology
Serenity comes from Latin serenitas, meaning “clear weather” or “calm.” It entered English through French in the Middle Ages.
Common phrases
a sense of serenityserenity and peaceinner serenityserenity now
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Frequently asked questions
- Is serenity the same as calm?
- Not exactly. Serenity is a deeper, more peaceful calm. It often sounds more formal or poetic than calm.
- Can I use serenity in academic writing?
- Yes. It is a good word for describing a peaceful mood, place, or state of mind.
- What is the difference between serenity and peace?
- Peace is broader. Serenity is a quiet, settled kind of peace, often felt personally.
- How do I use serenity in a sentence?
- You can say, “The garden gave me a feeling of serenity.”