tranquility
noun
tran·quil·i·ty
tran-ˈkwi-lə-tē 
traŋ-
variants
US tranquility
or chiefly British tranquillity
: the quality or state of being tranquil
the tranquility of the quiet countryside
Examples of tranquility in a Sentence
enjoyed the tranquility of the snow-covered field at dusk
a psychotherapist valued for her tranquility and ability to listen
a mountain climber who finds inner tranquility as he looks out from the edge of some lofty precipice
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Located in Oakley, a city known for its small-town charm and rich agricultural history, Summer Lake North is a place where residents can enjoy the tranquility of suburban living while still having easy access to modern conveniences.
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Brigitte Nowinski, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2025
The tranquility and serene setting of Palmas is enhanced by the sounds of the coquí (small tree frogs), trails leading to the private beach and ponds full of turtles guests are welcome to feed.
—Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
But for those seeking a peaceful escape, free from crowds and rogue volleyballs, tranquility is key.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2025
According to the travel magazine, Cookeville, Tennessee, offers the convenience of nearby big-city amenities thanks to its proximity to Music City, while also providing the tranquility of a Gatlinburg-style getaway.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 15 July 2025
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Brigitte Nowinski, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2025
The tranquility and serene setting of Palmas is enhanced by the sounds of the coquí (small tree frogs), trails leading to the private beach and ponds full of turtles guests are welcome to feed.
—Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
But for those seeking a peaceful escape, free from crowds and rogue volleyballs, tranquility is key.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2025
According to the travel magazine, Cookeville, Tennessee, offers the convenience of nearby big-city amenities thanks to its proximity to Music City, while also providing the tranquility of a Gatlinburg-style getaway.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 15 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for tranquility
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“Tranquility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tranquility. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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