peaceful
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adjective \ˈpēs-fəl\Definition of PEACEFUL
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: peaceable 1
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: of or relating to a state or time of peace
4
: devoid of violence or force
— peace·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— peace·ful·ness noun
See Examples of PEACEFUL
- The park is so peaceful and quiet.
- They settled the conflict by peaceful means.
- We need to find a peaceful alternative to war.
First Known Use of PEACEFUL
14th century
Related to PEACEFUL
- Synonyms
- dovish, pacific, pacifist (or pacifistic), peaceable
- Antonyms
- bloodthirsty, hawkish, martial, warlike
See Synonym Discussion at calm
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