Definition

In a calm and peaceful way, without disturbance or agitation.

Example

She spoke tranquilly, calming everyone in the room.

Conversation

I love how you can sit by the lake and just relax.

Yeah, it’s so peaceful there, and I can think tranquilly.

I should join you sometime; it sounds perfect for unwinding.

Definitely! It's a great place to escape and enjoy nature.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tranquilly → It is formed from "tranquillus" (meaning calm or quiet) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "tranquilly" means in a calm or quiet manner.

Memory Tip

Think of being calm and quiet ('tranquillus') and how you do that 'in a manner of' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'tranquilly' means to act in a calm way.

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