What does irenical mean?
Irenical means Synonym of irenic (“promoting or fitted to promote peace, especially over disputes; conciliatory, non-confrontational, peaceful”)..
Irenical
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Synonym of irenic (“promoting or fitted to promote peace, especially over disputes; conciliatory, non-confrontational, peaceful”)..
Example Sentences
[Andrew Marvell's] irenical moral is the interdependence, if insurmountable quarrelsomeness, of both elements in man's divided nature, rather as in a stormy marriage.
Synonyms for irenical
Antonyms for irenical
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Word Forms
- more irenical
- most irenical
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for irenical?
Common synonyms include irenic.
What is the opposite of irenical?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use irenical in a sentence?
[Andrew Marvell's] irenical moral is the interdependence, if insurmountable quarrelsomeness, of both elements in man's divided nature, rather as in a stormy marriage.
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