sereneSERE'NE, a. [L. serenus; Heb. Ch. Syr. Ar. to shine. Class Sr. No. 2. 23.47.] 1. Clear or fair, and calm; as a serene sky; serene air; Serene imports great purity. 2. Bright. The moon, serene in glory, mounts the sky. Pope. 3. Caln; unruffled; undisturbed; as a serene aspect; a serene soul. 4. A title given to several princes and magistrates in Europe; as serene highness; most serene. SERE'NE, n. A cold damp evening. [Not in use.] SERE'NE, v. t. 1. To make clear and calm; to quiet. 2. To clear; to brighten. |