serena

/səˈriːnə/

Definitions

1. noun

a woman’s given name

“She’s a beautiful woman with the lovely name Serena.”

2. verb

to make or become clear or less cloudy

“The sun serenaded the clouds, making them less dense.”

3. noun

a high wind or storm in the Mediterranean, especially in Italy, often associated with a change in weather

“A serena swept through the city, bringing heavy rain and strong gusts.”

4. noun

a type of Italian folk song, especially one sung by men

“The group performed a lively serena to entertain the crowd.”

5. adjective

serene or calm, especially in a beautiful or peaceful way

“The serene atmosphere of the garden was a balm to her weary soul.”

Synonyms

  • ariana
  • nina

Antonyms

  • chaos
  • turmoil