serena

adj.

C2 Proficiency US //səˈɹinə// UK //sɛɹˈiːnɐ// ser·e·na

Archaic

Definition

adj. calm, peaceful, and not worried. It describes a person or a place that feels very quiet and relaxed.

adj. characterised by being calm, peaceful, and untroubled. Often used to describe a person's disposition or a quiet environment; frequently follows a linking verb.

Origin

From the name of an early Christian saint, Latin serena (“serene”).

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Usage

Typically used as a predicative adjective following 'be', 'remain', or 'look'.

Last updated May 3, 2026