Definition of peaceful
1 : peaceable sense 1 They are a peaceful people.
3 : of or relating to a state or time of peace … the feasibility of creating a peaceful world order.— Alan Tonelson
4 : devoid of violence or force
The opposing groups used peaceful tactics.
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The first known use of peaceful was in the 14th century
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