Meaning & use

peace

noun·Everyday

A state of calm and quiet, or freedom from war, conflict, and disturbance.

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The two nations finally signed a treaty bringing peace after a decade of war.

She found peace walking alone through the forest at dawn.

A note on using this word

Peace can describe a political state between nations or a personal, inner sense of calm.

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