serenely
Translation
serenely, calmly, peacefully
Examples
She smiled serenely at the camera.
She smiled serenely at the camera.
The lake lay serenely under the moonlight.
The lake lay serenely under the moonlight.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) serenely to modify a (verb) She smiled serenely.
Similar Words
Synonyms: calmly, peacefully, tranquilly; Antonyms: agitatedly, anxiously
Etymology
From Latin 'serenus' (clear, calm). The '-ly' suffix forms an adverb.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'serene scene' – a calm, peaceful picture. 'Serenely' describes how one acts or feels in that scene.