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Peaceful

UK /["/ˈpiːsfl/"]/US /["/ˈpiːsfl/"]/

Definition

not involving a war, violence or argument

In simple words: calm and quiet; not noisy or disturbed

Examples

  • The garden was a peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature.
  • After a long day at work, she found a peaceful moment to meditate.
  • The peaceful sound of the waves calmed his mind.
  • They hope for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
  • The peaceful protest attracted people from all walks of life.

Usage notes

Use 'peaceful' to describe places, moments, or feelings that are serene. It is appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it in situations where conflict is present.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'peaceful' as 'peace full' — a full sense of calm.

Collocations

  • be
  • become
  • remain
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • be
  • feel
  • look
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • be
  • become
  • remain
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very

Synonyms

  • tranquil

Antonyms

  • chaotic
  • noisy
  • disturbing

Common mistakes

  • Using 'peacefully' instead of 'peaceful' when describing a noun.
  • Confusing 'peaceful' with 'pieceful', which is not a word.
  • Assuming 'peaceful' can describe people rather than situations.