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- [pees]
- /pis/
- /piːs/
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- [pees]
- /pis/
Definitions of peace word
- noun peace the normal, nonwarring condition of a nation, group of nations, or the world. 1
- noun peace (often initial capital letter) an agreement or treaty between warring or antagonistic nations, groups, etc., to end hostilities and abstain from further fighting or antagonism: the Peace of Ryswick. 1
- noun peace a state of mutual harmony between people or groups, especially in personal relations: Try to live in peace with your neighbors. 1
- noun peace the normal freedom from civil commotion and violence of a community; public order and security: He was arrested for being drunk and disturbing the peace. 1
- noun peace cessation of or freedom from any strife or dissension. 1
- noun peace freedom of the mind from annoyance, distraction, anxiety, an obsession, etc.; tranquillity; serenity. 1
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Origin of peace
First appearance:
before 1125 One of the 6% oldest English words
1125-75; Middle English pes < Old French, variant of pais < Latin pax (stem pāc-); akin to pact
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Parts of speech for Peace
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adjective
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preposition
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peace popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 99% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for peace
noun peace
- amicability — characterized by or showing goodwill; friendly; peaceable: an amicable settlement.
- ataraxia — calmness or peace of mind; emotional tranquillity
- ataraxy — a state of freedom from emotional disturbance and anxiety; tranquillity.
- beatitude — supreme blessedness or happiness
- calmness — without rough motion; still or nearly still: a calm sea.
Antonyms for peace
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