tranquillity

Other forms: tranquillities

Tranquillity is a sense of peace and quiet. It is the feeling you have while sitting under a starry sky, listening to the crickets. The aura of tranquility comes from the calm in the world, which makes you feel you are without a care in the world.

Tranquillity is also sometimes spelled with one l as tranquility. Its roots are in the Latin trans meaning "exceedingly" and quies meaning "rest" or "quiet." Tranquil means calm, and something that is exceedingly quiet or restful — a sunset or a rocking chair in the shade — can give you a sense of tranquillity or peacefulness.

Definitions of tranquillity

1. noun

   an untroubled state; free from disturbances
   synonyms: quiet, tranquility

   type of:

   order

   established customary state (especially of society)
2. noun

   a state of peace and quiet
   synonyms: quietness, quietude, tranquility

   types:

   ataraxis, heartsease, peace, peace of mind, peacefulness, repose, serenity

   the absence of mental stress or anxiety

   easiness, relaxation

   a feeling of refreshing tranquility and an absence of tension or worry

   dreaminess, languor

   a relaxed comfortable feeling

   type of:

   calmness

   a feeling of calm; an absence of agitation or excitement
3. noun

   a disposition free from stress or emotion
   synonyms: placidity, quiet, repose, serenity, tranquility

   types:

   ataraxia

   peace of mind

   type of:

   calm, calmness, composure, equanimity

   steadiness of mind under stress