Serenity
- Dr. Robert Booker
- Feb 6, 2024
- 1 min read
Updated: Apr 2, 2024
What is the true meaning of serenity?
calm or peaceful
Serenity is from Latin serenus, meaning "calm or peaceful," plus the English suffix -ity, meaning "quality or state of." Definitions of serenity. the absence of mental stress or anxiety. synonyms: ataraxis, heartsease, peace, peace of mind, peacefulness, repose. type of: quietness, quietude, tranquility, tranquillity.
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