tranquil
8 synonyms and 5 antonyms for tranquil, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Calm and peaceful; free from disturbance.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use tranquil
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tranquil setting
tranquil mind
tranquil waters
Etymology
From Latin tranquillus, from trans- + a root related to quiēs ("rest, peace"), ultimately from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to rest."
Full origin of tranquil →Frequently asked questions
What does “tranquil” mean?
The word “tranquil” means calm and peaceful; free from disturbance. In plain terms, peaceful and undisturbed, whether describing a place, a scene, or a state of mind.
How do you pronounce “tranquil”?
“Tranquil” is pronounced TRANG-kwihl (/ˈtɹeɪ̯ŋ.kwɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “tranquil” in a sentence?
Here is “tranquil” used in a sentence: “The lake was tranquil at dawn, without a ripple in sight.”
What part of speech is “tranquil”?
“Tranquil” is an adjective.
Where does the word “tranquil” come from?
The word “tranquil” comes from Latin. From Latin tranquillus, from trans- + a root related to quiēs ("rest, peace"), ultimately from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to rest.".
Is “tranquil” a common word?
“Tranquil” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
