tranquility

noun

tran·​quil·​i·​ty tran-ˈkwi-lə-tē How to pronounce tranquility (audio)
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variants US tranquility or chiefly British tranquillity
: the quality or state of being tranquil
the tranquility of the quiet countryside

Examples of tranquility in a Sentence

enjoyed the tranquility of the snow-covered field at dusk a psychotherapist valued for her tranquility and ability to listen a mountain climber who finds inner tranquility as he looks out from the edge of some lofty precipice
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The Armani/Spa spans over 12,000 square feet of tranquility, where thermal facilities complement treatments designed to counter urban stress. Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024 The new, little camper vanette rolls all the homey, stress-melting tranquility of the original Caravan MyRoom into a smaller, more maneuverable mini-camping package. New Atlas, 6 Dec. 2024 After all, a little tranquility—however fleeting—wouldn’t hurt. Shelby Stewart, Essence, 2 Dec. 2024 Its soft and cool undertones are associated with tranquility and openness, providing a balanced base that doesn’t overwhelm the senses. Trinity Francis, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for tranquility 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tranquility was in the 14th century

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“Tranquility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tranquility. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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