Meaning & use

peaceful

adjective·Everyday

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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