Meaning of SERENITY
| Pronunciation: | | su'renitee
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- [n] a disposition free from stress or emotion
- [n] the absence of mental stress or anxiety
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| | Synonyms: | | ataraxis, heartsease, peace, peace of mind, peacefulness, placidity, quiet, repose, repose, tranquility, tranquillity |
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| | See Also: | | ataraxia, calm, calmness, composure, equanimity, quietness, quietude, tranquility, tranquillity | |
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| | Definition: | | \Se*ren"i*ty\, n. [L. serenuas: cf. F.
s['e]r['e]nit['e].]
1. The quality or state of being serene; clearness and
calmness; quietness; stillness; peace.
A general peace and serenity newly succeeded a
general trouble. --Sir W.
Temple.
2. Calmness of mind; eveness of temper; undisturbed state;
coolness; composure.
I can not see how any men should ever transgress
those moral rules with confidence and serenity.
--Locke.
Note: Serenity is given as a title to the members of certain
princely families in Europe; as, Your Serenity.
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