serene
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
calm, peaceful, and quiet in a way that makes you feel relaxed.
characterised by tranquility and a lack of disturbance; often applied to landscapes or atmospheres.
Simple“The lake looked serene in the early morning light before the tourists arrived.”
In context“The monastery was built in a serene valley, far removed from the noise and frantic pace of the modern city.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
feeling or showing that you are not worried or upset by anything.
unaffected by disturbance or anxiety; possessing a stable and composed temperament.
Simple“Despite the chaos around her, she remained serene and focused on her work.”
In context“He maintained a serene expression throughout the difficult negotiations, never allowing his frustration to show to the opposing team.”
- 03 C2 Proficiency
a word used in the official titles of some members of royal families.
used as a formal honorific in certain royal or princely titles to indicate high rank or sovereignty.
Simple“The letter was addressed to His Serene Highness the Prince of Monaco.”
In context“Protocol required that the visiting dignitaries address the monarch as 'Your Serene Highness' during the formal state banquet.”
- 04 C2 Proficiency
describing a sky that is clear and has no clouds.
referring to weather or skies that are fair, clear, and unobscured by clouds or mist.
Simple“They sailed under a serene summer sky without a single cloud in sight.”
In context“The poet described the serene heavens of the Mediterranean, where the stars shone with a brilliance unknown in the north.”