Definitions for Serenity
səˈrɛn ɪ tiseren·i·ty

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.5 / 2 votes

1. repose, quiet, placidity, serenity, tranquillity, tranquilitynoun

   a disposition free from stress or emotion

2. peace, peacefulness, peace of mind, repose, serenity, heartsease, ataraxisnoun

   the absence of mental stress or anxiety

WiktionaryRate this definition:2.0 / 1 vote

1. serenitynoun

   The state of being serene; calmness; peacefulness.

2. serenitynoun

   A lack of agitation or disturbance.

3. serenitynoun

   A title given to a reigning prince or similar dignitary.

4. Serenitynoun

   in general use since the 1990s.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Serenitynoun

   Etymology: serenité, Fr. from serenus, Latin.

   1. Calmness; temperature.

   In the constitution of a perpetual equinox, the best part of the globe would be desolate; and as to that little that would be inhabited, there is no reason to expect that it would constantly enjoy that admired calm and serenity. Richard Bentley.

   Pure serenity apace
   Induces thought, and contemplation still. James Thomson.

   2. Peace; quietness; not disturbance.

   A general peace and serenity newly succeeded a general trouble and cloud throughout all his kingdoms. William Temple.

   3. Evenness of temper; coolness of mind.

   I cannot see how any men should ever transgress those moral rules, with confidence and serenity, were they innate, and stamped upon their minds. John Locke.

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1. serenity

   Serenity refers to the state or quality of being calm, peaceful, untroubled, and tranquil. It denotes an absence of disturbance, conflict, or stress, often connected with contentment and clearness of mind.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:4.5 / 2 votes

1. Serenitynoun

   the quality or state of being serene; clearness and calmness; quietness; stillness; peace

2. Serenitynoun

   calmness of mind; eveness of temper; undisturbed state; coolness; composure

3. Etymology: [L. serenuas: cf. F. srnit.]

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1. Serenity

   Serenity is a 2005 American space western film written and directed by Joss Whedon. It is a continuation of Whedon's short-lived 2002 Fox science fiction television series Firefly, taking place after the events of the final episode. Set in 2517, Serenity is the story of the captain and crew of Serenity, a "Firefly-class" spaceship. The captain and first mate are veterans of the Unification War, having fought on the losing side. Their lives of petty crime are interrupted by a psychic passenger who harbors a dangerous secret. The film was released in North America on September 30, 2005 by Universal Pictures. It received generally positive reviews and was #2 during its opening weekend but it did not make back its budget until its home media release. Serenity won numerous awards, including the 2006 Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation.

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1. serenity

   Song lyrics by serenity -- Explore a large variety of song lyrics performed by serenity on the Lyrics.com website.

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1. • Composure
   • Tranquillity

How to pronounce Serenity?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

   British

   Fred

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   Tessa

   South African

How to say Serenity in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Serenity in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Serenity in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Examples of Serenity in a Sentence

1. The Vatican:

   It is precisely because of this gravity that the fight against drugs is a priority for the government; to confront violence and return peace and serenity to Mexican families, acting on the causes which are at the root of this plague.

2. Irwin Michael:

   The markets have been frenetic, i think all of us, all investors, are waiting for a little bit of serenity.

3. Seán O'Casey:

   Here, with whitened hair, desires failing, strength ebbing out of him, with the sun gone down and with only the serenity and the calm warning of the evening star left to him, he drank to Life, to all it had been, to what it was, to what it would be. Hurrah!

4. Mother Teresa:

   If you find serenity and happiness, some people may be jealous. Be happy anyway.

5. Reinhold Niebuhr:

   God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Serenity
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Serenity
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=Serenity
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Serenity
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Serenity