About The Word Serene
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Serene
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What's The Definition Of Serene?
[adj] completely clear and fine; "serene skies and a bright blue sea"
[adj] characterized by absence of emotional agitation; "calm acceptance of the inevitable"; "remained serene in the midst of turbulence"; "a serene expression on her face"; "she became more tranquil"; "tranquil life in the country" Synonyms | Synonyms for Serene: calm | clear | peaceful | tranquil Related Terms | Find terms related to Serene: See Also | Serene In Webster's Dictionary \Se*rene"\, a. [L. serenus to grow dry, Gr. ??? hot,
scorching.]
1. Bright; clear; unabscured; as, a serene sky.
The moon serene in glory mounts the sky. --Pope.
Full many a gem of purest ray serene The dark
unfathomed caves of ocean bear. --Gray.
2. Calm; placid; undisturbed; unruffled; as, a serene aspect;
a serene soul. --Milton.
Note: In several countries of Europe, Serene is given as a
tittle to princes and the members of their families;
as, His Serene Highness.
{Drop serene}. (Med.) See {Amaurosis}. --Milton.
\Se*rene"\, n. 1. Serenity; clearness; calmness. [Poetic.] ``The serene of heaven.'' --Southey. To their master is denied To share their sweet serene. --Young. 2. [F. serein evening dew or damp. See {Serein}.] Evening air; night chill. [Obs.] ``Some serene blast me.'' --B. Jonson. \Se*rene"\, v. t. [L. serenare.] To make serene. Heaven and earth, as if contending, vie To raise his being, and serene his soul. --Thomson. |
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