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serene

se·rene

UK/səˈɾin/ US/səˈɹiːn/ uncommon archaic

adjective

1.

characterized by absence of emotional agitation

  • “calm acceptance of the inevitable”
  • “remained serene in the midst of turbulence”
  • “a serene expression on her face”
  • “she became more tranquil”
  • “tranquil life in the country”
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2.

completely clear and fine

  • “serene skies and a bright blue sea”
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Origin

Borrowed from Middle French serein, from Old French serein (“evening”), from Vulgar Latin *serānum, from substantive use of sērum, neuter of sērus (“late”) + -ānus suffix.

Phrases

  • all serene
  • drop serene
  • Her Serene Highness
  • His Serene Highness
  • Your Serene Highness

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