serene Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite not agitated; without losing self-possession
    unagitated; calm; tranquil.
    • spoke in a calm voice
    • remained calm throughout the uproar
    • he remained serene in the midst of turbulence
    • a serene expression on her face
    • she became more tranquil
    • tranquil life in the country
  2. adjective satellite completely clear and fine
    • serene skies and a bright blue sea

WordNet

Se*rene" adjective
Etymology
L. serenus to grow dry, Gr. hot, scorching.
Definitions
  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. ✍ In several countries of Europe, Serene is given as a tittle to princes and the members of their families; as, His Serene Highness. Milton.
Se*rene" noun
Definitions
  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" transitive verb
Etymology
L. serenare.
Definitions
  1. To make serene.
    Heaven and earth, as if contending, vie To raise his being, and serene his soul. Thomson.

Webster 1913