- Today's Word
Serensation
[ser-uhn-sey-shun]
Definition
- (noun) This blissful term combines “serene,” signifying a state of calm and peacefulness, with “sensation,” representing a strong and exciting feeling. It’s used to describe the profound and tranquil feeling that arises from moments of peaceful serenity.
Example
Picture yourself standing by a quiet lakeside, surrounded by nature, feeling a gentle breeze, and experiencing a deep sense of calm. It’s not just a peaceful scene; it’s a Serensation. You might say, “Being by the lake at sunset was a true Serensation. The calm and tranquil atmosphere created a profound sense of peace and joy.”
Fun Fact
“Serene” relates to a state of calm and peacefulness, often associated with tranquility, while “sensation” signifies a strong and exciting feeling. “Serensation” creatively combines these concepts to celebrate the blissful and profound feelings inspired by serene moments.
(noun) A profound transformation of mind and character; a fundamental change in one’s values, outlook, or way of life.
The diagnosis wasn’t a death sentence — for her it was a metanoia, a complete reorientation of everything she had previously decided mattered.
Metanoia derives from the Greek metanoia, meaning “change of mind,” built from meta- (“beyond” or “after”) and nous (“mind”). In classical Greek philosophy it described a shift in perspective so fundamental it altered the entire orientation of a person’s thinking. In early Christian theology it acquired the specific meaning of repentance — not merely feeling sorry but undergoing a complete transformation of character. Both meanings persist in modern usage, the secular and the spiritual versions of the word describing the same essential experience from different angles.