peacemaking

adjective

Definition of peacemakingnext
as in conciliatory
tending to lessen or avoid conflict or hostility efforts at peacemaking overtures in the region have largely been ignored by both warring parties

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peacemaking
  1. conciliatory
  2. peaceful
  3. soothing
  4. benevolent
  5. disarming
  6. pacific
  7. comforting
  8. calming
Adjective
  • However, Flávio is perceived as a more moderate and conciliatory Bolsonaro.
    — Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Xi struck a conciliatory posture in his opening remarks at the summit.
    — Max Zahn, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of conciliatory
Adjective
  • The annual prize was created in 1980 by Swedish-German philanthropist Jakob von Uexkull, who wanted to honor work that contributes to a more just and peaceful world.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Inspired by research showing that thoughtful architecture and design can help with healing, the couple set out to make their home as peaceful and creative as possible.
    — Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of peaceful
Adjective
  • Shopping, usually a soothing balm for me, got somewhat frustrating.
    — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Fascinatingly, however, the incantations are neither soothing nor conciliatory.
    — Eleanor Johnson, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of soothing
Adjective
  • To George, there are benevolent choices that businessmen owe to those who their work touches.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026
  • With new ownership, the Lakers’ braintrust no longer has the protection of the benevolent Buss family or the baseball-centric Mark Walter.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of benevolent
Adjective
  • This will be both disarming and believable, allowing your daughter to propose times that are both far off and inconvenient.
    — Jacobina Martin, Washington Post, 15 Dec. 2022
  • Then check out the work of Danielle Perez, who delivers jokes about the heaviest of subjects with a breezy openness that’s totally disarming.
    — Jesse David Fox, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2021
Definition of disarming
Adjective
  • National Aquarium cams The National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland, operates a series of cameras of marine animals, including reef sharks, jellyfish and fish in a Pacific coral reef.
    — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 1 June 2026
  • These conditions tend to suppress Atlantic hurricane development, whereas the eastern and central Pacific hurricane seasons are typically more active during strong El Niño events.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 1 June 2026
Definition of pacific
Adjective
  • Big emotional moments are punctuated by striking shots of fiery, mountainside sunsets and comforting, homestead greenery.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Ina Garten’s comforting recipes have long been a source of warmth during challenging times.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of comforting
Adjective
  • This tea had a calming effect, but was not a get-thee-to-dreamtown sleep aid.
    — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Iron is long associated with immune support, soda is believed to aid digestion, arsenic is traditionally used to soothe arthritic pain, and lithia is prized for its calming qualities.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of calming
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“Peacemaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peacemaking. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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