1
as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
a serene vacation spot
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as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation
a serene woman who was everyone's source of support
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a serene lake
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Recent Examples of serene
Wailea Beach, Hawai’i Set between lava outcroppings and luxury resorts, Wailea Beach offers a polished slice of Maui that still manages to feel serene.
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AFAR Media, 14 July 2025
Finally, the third gallery room attempts to project a cooler, more verdant future with walls colored a serene green hue.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
In between, are patio tables with umbrellas and other shady spots to sit for a while and take in the serene surroundings.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 12 July 2025
Outside, a small deck overlooks rolling farmland, and the surrounding Owyhee Mountains create a serene, quintessentially Idaho backdrop.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
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AFAR Media, 14 July 2025
Finally, the third gallery room attempts to project a cooler, more verdant future with walls colored a serene green hue.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
In between, are patio tables with umbrellas and other shady spots to sit for a while and take in the serene surroundings.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 12 July 2025
Outside, a small deck overlooks rolling farmland, and the surrounding Owyhee Mountains create a serene, quintessentially Idaho backdrop.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serene
Adjective
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Sure, Texas has plenty of sleepy towns, dusty ranchland and quiet downtowns that rarely see a crowd.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
22 July 2025
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This gives players a chance to play out some tender, quiet scenes in between the blades and the blood. iHunt Oftentimes, demon hunters are part of secretive organizations or bloodlines with thousand year histories.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Later, after Hankison was sentenced, The Courier Journal counted at least 10 police cruisers parked outside the courthouse, although the situation remained calm.—
Josh Wood,
The Courier-Journal,
23 July 2025
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As more people seek healing, the conversation has shifted toward calm approaches to managing intense feelings.—
Essence,
Essence,
23 July 2025
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The tranquil space is great for catching glimpses of the tall, hoofed residents or simply unwinding.—
DeMarco Williams,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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Fallingwater, in Pennsylvania’s hilly Laurel Highlands, is perched above a tranquil waterfall and was built with locally quarried sandstone.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
14 July 2025
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The space can be used as a peaceful private office, a crafting studio, or a gardening space replete with a potting bench.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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And the happier, peaceful times far outweigh the difficult ones.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
19 July 2025
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Krypto maintains the decidedly unruly nature of the dog upon which he is based, a funny foil to Superman’s (played by David Corenswet) kind and composed comportment.—
Dan Heching,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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Despite suffering from a severe injury at 13,800 feet, the climber remained responsive and composed.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
9 July 2025
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Silvery birch trees dominate the foreground, while a rocky outcrop frames the aurora dancing through the sky above, which is reflected in a placid pool of water between the trunks.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
13 July 2025
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As a result, the placid Guadalupe River burst its banks by upwards of 26 feet in some places, and all in the space of just 90 minutes.—
NR Editors,
National Review,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Blocking noise is a helpful feature for parents of napping children and night nurses who require restful sleep after their shifts.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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The expert recommended adding blue-light blockers to all devices that turn on when the sun goes down to help ease into a restful night’s sleep.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
13 July 2025
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Still, Michael Dao, director of San Jose State’s Human Rights Institute, said that based on the collected data, poverty and inequality have worsened.—
Andrew Zeng,
Mercury News,
16 July 2025
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The collected data underscored that what’s played in public places doesn’t necessarily mirror what’s on the popular playlists or radio and streaming platforms.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
10 July 2025
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“Serene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serene. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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