Meaning & use
peaceful
Free from disturbance, conflict, or violence; calm and quiet.
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The village was peaceful except for the occasional bark of a distant dog.
Both sides eventually reached a peaceful resolution without going to court.
A note on using this word
Peaceful can describe a physical setting, an emotional state, or a way of resolving conflict, as in 'peaceful protest.'
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