安穏(あんのん)

あんのん
na-adjective
peaceful, tranquil, calm
formalwrittendescriptive
1. peaceful, tranquil, calm
A state of peace and quiet, free from disturbance or anxiety. Describes a calm, undisturbed way of living or a peaceful state of mind.
安穏(あんのん)な暮(く)らしを送(おく)る。
To live a peaceful life.
戦争(せんそう)が終(お)わり、安穏(あんのん)な日々(ひび)が戻(もど)った。
The war ended and peaceful days returned.
安穏(あんのん)としていられない状況(じょうきょう)に追(お)い込(こ)まれた。
I was driven into a situation where I could not remain at ease.

Usage

安穏(あんのん) is a somewhat literary or formal word. It is often used to describe an idealized peaceful state. The phrase 安穏(あんのん)としていられない means one cannot afford to stay calm or relaxed — often used when circumstances demand action.

Common collocations

Similar words

平穏(へいおん) also means peaceful and is more commonly used. 穏(おだ)やか describes a gentle, calm temperament or weather. 安穏(あんのん) has a more literary feel and emphasizes freedom from worry.

Related Words

Synonym: 平穏(へいおん) (peaceful (common))
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