tranquillity

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Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

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Definition

  1. noun an untroubled state; free from disturbances
  2. noun a state of peace and quiet
  3. noun a disposition free from stress or emotion

Etymology

From tranquil + -ity, from Middle English tranquillite, from Old French tranquillite, tranquilité, from Latin tranquillitas.

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Synonyms

tranquility, quiet

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