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tranquil

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Adj — Calm and peaceful; free from disturbance.

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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."

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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.

Related words

tranquillity tranquillize tranquilly tranquilness

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