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DictionarytranquilityPeaceful calm
noun

tranquility

trang-KWIL-uh-tee/træŋkwˈɪlɪti/

A peaceful, calm, and undisturbed state.

The motionless hammock and calm water create a scene of tranquility.

Empty hammock hangs motionless between two small trees beside calm water, peaceful scene with generous white space and no busy panorama.
Etymology
tranquilLatinquiet, calm, still
+ityLatinstate or quality

The ending makes calmness a state or quality. Early uses covered both peace in a realm or community and serenity within a person, joining public quiet with inward composure.

In context

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this picture represents inner Tranquility a sense of peace and calmness
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More examples

  • A passing truck breaks the tranquility of the morning.
  • A few deep breaths help him regain a sense of tranquility.
  • Visitors come to the mountains in search of tranquility.

Forms

tranquility

tranquil adjective — Peaceful, calm, and free from disturbance.

tranquilize verb — To make someone calm, often using medication.

Similar words

peace
Often emphasizes freedom from conflict rather than undisturbed stillness.
serenity
Often emphasizes inner composure, especially despite surrounding difficulties.
calm
Broadly describes a lack of agitation, excitement, or movement.