peaceful
/'pi:sful/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Free from disturbance; tranquil: Characterized by calm, quiet, and absence of conflict or agitation.
- Not involving war or violence: Relating to a state or period without armed conflict.
- Peaceably inclined; not quarrelsome: Having a nature or disposition that avoids conflict.
Examples of Usage
- Describing a state or place:
- Describing a time or situation:
- Describing a person or demeanor:
Advanced Usage
- "Peaceful protest/resistance": A form of protest that avoids violence.
- "Peaceful coexistence": A policy or state where different groups live together without conflict.
Variants and Related Words
- Peacefully (adverb): In a peaceful manner.
- Peacefulness (noun): The state or quality of being peaceful.
Synonyms
- Tranquil: Free from disturbance; calm.
- Serene: Calm, peaceful, and untroubled.
- Placid: Not easily upset or excited; calm and peaceful.
Antonyms
- Violent: Using or involving physical force intended to hurt or damage.
- Turbulent: Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion.
- Agitated: Feeling or appearing troubled or nervous.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "Peace of mind": A state of mental calmness, without worry. (Note: This is a related common phrase, not a direct variant of the adjective "peaceful").
- "To rest in peace": A phrase wishing for eternal tranquility for the deceased. (Note: This is a fixed phrase).
Adjective
- peacefully resistant in response to injustice
- passive resistance
- not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war
- a peaceful nation
- peaceful times
- a far from peaceful Christmas
- peaceful sleep