serene
A serene place or atmosphere feels calm and peaceful.
Imagine walking into a beautiful garden filled with tall trees swaying gently in the breeze. The sound of birds singing creates a soothing melody that calms your mind. This is an example of serenity, which is what we feel when we're surrounded by such peace and quiet. We use the word serene to describe anything that brings us this sense of calmness.
You might hear someone say "The lake was so serene in the morning" or "She found her inner peace after years of chaos." This means they were surrounded by a peaceful environment or feeling, which allowed them to relax and be at ease.
How common is "serene"?
Word serene is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
adjective
Calm, peaceful, unruffled.
Example: She looked at her students with joviality and a serene mentality.
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