tranquillity
7 synonyms and 2 antonyms for tranquillity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A state of calm and peacefulness, free from disturbance or stress.
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 tranquillity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a sense of tranquillity
inner tranquillity
disturb the tranquillity
Etymology
From "tranquil" plus the suffix "-ity," tracing back through Old French to the Latin "tranquillitas."
Full origin of tranquillity →Frequently asked questions
What does “tranquillity” mean?
The word “tranquillity” means a state of calm and peacefulness, free from disturbance or stress. In plain terms, a peaceful, undisturbed calm.
How do you pronounce “tranquillity”?
“Tranquillity” is pronounced trang-KWIHL-ih-tee (/tɹæŋˈkwɪl.ɪ.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “tranquillity” in a sentence?
Here is “tranquillity” used in a sentence: “She found tranquillity in long walks by the lake.”
What part of speech is “tranquillity”?
“Tranquillity” is a noun.
Where does the word “tranquillity” come from?
The word “tranquillity” comes from Latin. From "tranquil" plus the suffix "-ity," tracing back through Old French to the Latin "tranquillitas.".
