peace
noun · verb
Simple meaning
A time when there is no war, fighting, or loud noise
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
peesIPA pronunciation (US)
ˈpis
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
Harmonious relations; freedom from disputes
“The roommates lived in peace together.”
A state free of war, in particular war between different countries.
The state prevailing during the absence of war
A state free of oppressive and unpleasant thoughts and emotions.
Harmony in personal relations.
A state of tranquility, quiet, and harmony. For instance, a state free from civil disturbance.
verb
To make peace; to put at peace; to be at peace.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- A1 · Beginner (estimated)
- Frequency
- Very Common
- Typical Use
- General English
Word Aura™
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Aura for this meaning
This meaning: Harmonious relations; freedom from disputes
Used this way, peace is a common word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
“The roommates lived in peace together.”
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Common
- Connotation
- Positive and appreciative
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Word Aura describes common impressions, not a measurement. Tone changes with sentence, speaker, relationship and situation.
More ways to use peace
- “The roommates lived in peace together.”noun
- “He was arrested for disturbing the peace.”noun
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Word family
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Not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war.
In a peaceful manner.
Compound terms
Established multiword terms.
Any policy that advocates maintaining peaceful international relations.
A civilian organization sponsored by the United States government.
Opening move in negotiating a peace treaty.
Any of various plants of the genus Spathiphyllum having a white or green spathe and a spike of fragrant flowers and often cultivated as an ornamental.
A protest march against (a particular) war and in favor of peace.
The absence of mental stress or anxiety.
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The activity of keeping the peace by military forces (especially when international military forces enforce a truce between hostile groups or nations).
Someone who tries to bring peace.
The activity of keeping the peace by military forces (especially when international military forces enforce a truce between hostile groups or nations).
The activity of keeping the peace by military forces (especially when international military forces enforce a truce between hostile groups or nations).
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