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Peaceful ˈpiːsfl Adjective Protest/Demonstration Resolution War Hope Settlement

Word3 peaceful
WordType (adjective)
Phonetic /ˈpiːsfl/ /ˈpiːsfl/
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  • a peaceful protest/demonstration
  • a peaceful resolution to the war
  • they hope for a peaceful settlement of the dispute.
  • the only way ahead was via diplomatic and peaceful means.
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peaceful

(adjective)/ˈpiːsfl/ /ˈpiːsfl/
  1. not involving a war, violence or argument
    • a peaceful protest/demonstration
    • a peaceful resolution to the war
    • They hope for a peaceful settlement of the dispute.
    • The only way ahead was via diplomatic and peaceful means.
    • people of different religions living in peaceful coexistence
    • The time without her in the house had been blissfully peaceful.
  2. quiet and calm; not worried or upset in any way
    • SYNONYM tranquil
      https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/tranquil
    • a peaceful atmosphere
    • peaceful sleep
    • It's so peaceful out here in the country.
    • She lives a peaceful existence in a mountain village.
    • He had a peaceful life.
    • a peaceful place
    • You looked so peaceful that we didn't want to wake you.
  3. trying to create peace or to live in peace; not liking violence or argument
    • SYNONYM peaceable
      https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/peaceable
    • a peaceful religion/society
    • The aims of the organization are wholly peaceful.
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