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restraint

English

Etymology

From Middle English restreynte, from Old French restreinte; more at restrain.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /???st?e?nt/
    Rhymes: -e?nt

Noun

restraint (countable and uncountable, plural restraints)

  1. (countable) something that restrains, ties, fastens or secures
    Make sure all the restraints are tight.
  2. (uncountable) control or caution; reserve
    Try to exercise restraint when talking to your boss.
    • November 2 2014, Daniel Taylor, "Sergio Agüero strike wins derby for Manchester City against 10-man United," guardian.co.uk
      City will feel nonplussed when they review the tape and Pellegrini had to summon all his restraint in the post-match interviews.

Related terms

  • constraint
  • restrain
  • restrict

Translations

Anagrams

  • retransit

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serenity

English

Etymology

From Middle English serenyte, from Old French serenité, from Latin ser?nit?s, equivalent to serene +? -ity.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /s????n?ti/
  • Hyphenation: se?ren?i?ty

Noun

serenity (countable and uncountable, plural serenities)

  1. The state of being serene; calmness; peacefulness.
  2. A lack of agitation or disturbance.
  3. A title given to a reigning prince or similar dignitary.

Synonyms

  • sereneness
  • tranquility / tranquillity
  • harmony
  • peace

Related terms

  • serene

Translations

See also

  • Thesaurus:calmness

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