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/ˈpiːsfəl/ · peace·ful
adjective
  1. Not at war or disturbed by strife or turmoil. The village remained peaceful even as neighboring towns were engulfed in conflict.
  2. Inclined to peace; favoring harmony and non‑violence. She has a peaceful nature, always seeking compromise over confrontation.
  3. Motionless and calm; free from agitation. The lake was peaceful at dawn, its surface as smooth as glass.
Did you know? The phrase “peaceful protest” became a legal term in the 19th‑century United Kingdom, distinguishing non‑violent demonstrations from riots.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026