Word
serene
Meanings
Calm, peaceful, and quiet; not disturbed by noise, trouble, or stress.
Showing calmness and peace in expression or mood.
Definition
Serene means calm, peaceful, and untroubled.
If something is serene, it feels quiet, calm, and relaxing. It can describe a place, a situation, or a person’s expression or mood. The word often suggests peace without stress, noise, or disturbance.
Examples
- The garden was serene in the early morning light.
- She kept a serene expression even during the delay.
- We found a serene spot by the river to rest.
- His voice was calm and serene as he explained the plan.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes use serene to mean “happy” or “excited,” but it means calm and peaceful, not energetic.
More adjectives
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- pragmatic Pragmatic means focused on practical results rather than ideals or theories.
- ubiquitous Present, appearing, or found everywhere at the same time.
- cynical Cynical describes believing that people are mainly motivated by self-interest and not sincere.
- apathetic Apathetic means showing little or no interest, concern, or enthusiasm.