Definition

Noun: A state of mental calmness and tranquility, free from worry, stress, or anxiety. It describes a feeling of inner serenity and emotional security.

Usage

This noun phrase is used to describe a psychological state of well-being. It is typically used in contexts discussing mental health, personal satisfaction, or the result of resolving a concern. - It is often the object of verbs like have, give, bring, find, or lose. - It is commonly modified by adjectives like complete, total, or a sense of.

Examples

• After finishing all her exams, she finally had peace of mind.
• Getting a thorough inspection gave the homebuyer peace of mind.
• He could not find any peace of mind while the problem remained unsolved.
• For my own peace of mind, I double-checked that the door was locked.

Advanced Usage

• For the peace of mind of someone / For someone's peace of mind: Used to indicate that an action is taken to alleviate someone's worries.
  • The company installed extra security cameras for the peace of mind of its employees.
• Disturb/rob someone's peace of mind: To cause someone to feel anxious or unsettled.
  • The constant noise from the construction site disturbed her peace of mind.

Variants and Related Words

• Peacefulness (n): The quality or state of being quiet and peaceful.
• Serenity (n): The state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.
• Contentment (n): A state of happiness and satisfaction.

Synonyms

• Tranquility
• Composure
• Equanimity
• Peace
• Assurance

Antonyms

• Anxiety
• Worry
• Stress
• Unease
• Angst

Related Idioms and Phrases

• (To be) at peace: To be in a state of mental or emotional calm.
  • After meditating, she felt completely at peace.
• Peace and quiet: A period or atmosphere of calm without disturbance.
  • All I want for the weekend is some peace and quiet.
• To set one's mind at rest: To stop someone from worrying.
  • The doctor's diagnosis set his mind at rest.

Noun

1. the absence of mental stress or anxiety