Peace
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpiːs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Peace is a noun meaning A state of tranquility, quiet, and harmony. For instance, a state free from civil disturbance.
Meaning
A state of tranquility, quiet, and harmony. For instance, a state free from civil disturbance.
More Meanings
- A feeling of tranquility, free from oppressive and unpleasant thoughts and emotions.
- (figuratively, euphemistic) Death.
- Harmony in personal relations.
- A state free of war, in particular war between different countries.
- To make peace; to put at peace; to be at peace.
- (archaic) Shut up!, silence!; be quiet, be silent.
- (slang) Peace out; goodbye.
Example Sentences
May there be peace in our time.
The safety equipment will give me some peace of mind.
Our lounge strives to maintain an environment of peace for the comfort of our customers.
*Thinke not that I am come to ſend peace on earth: I came not to ſend peace, but a ſword.
Word Forms
- peaces
- peacing
- peaced
Synonyms for peace
Depending on context, synonyms include frith, repose, ataraxis, peacefulness, heartsease, serenity.
Antonyms for peace
Common opposites include disruption, noise, irritation, war, violence.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include peacefulness, serenity, ataraxis, repose, heartsease, peaceful.
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