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- [pee-suh-buh l]
- /ˈpi sə bəl/
- /ˈpiː.sə.bl̩/
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- [pee-suh-buh l]
- /ˈpi sə bəl/
Definitions of peaceably word
- adjective peaceably inclined or disposed to avoid strife or dissension; not argumentative or hostile: a peaceable person; a peaceable disposition. 1
- adjective peaceably peaceful; tranquil: in peaceable periods; a peaceable adjustment of a dispute. 1
- adverb peaceably If you do something peaceably, you do it quietly or peacefully, without violence or anger. 0
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Origin of peaceably
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
1300-50; Middle English pesible < Middle French paisible. See peace, -able
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Parts of speech for Peaceably
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peaceably popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 73% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 53% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
peaceably usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for peaceably
adverb peaceably
- nonviolently — In a nonviolent manner.
Top questions with peaceably
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