peaceable
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peace·able

adjective \ˈpē-sə-bəl\

Definition of PEACEABLE

1
a : disposed to peace : not contentious or quarrelsome
b : quietly behaved
2
: free from strife or disorder
peace·able·ness noun
peace·ably \-blē\ adverb

Examples of PEACEABLE

  1. He has a peaceable nature.
  2. The crowd dispersed in a peaceable manner.

First Known Use of PEACEABLE

14th century

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