Peace
/piːs/
Definitions
3 meaningsA state of tranquility or harmony; freedom from war or violence.
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Freedom from disturbance; tranquility.
The soldiers worked to maintain peace in the region.
💡 Simply: Imagine a world without fighting or arguments, where everyone gets along and feels calm. That's peace! It’s like when you're cozy in your bed and everything is quiet.
👶 For kids: Peace means when everyone is happy and not fighting or arguing. It's like when you're playing nicely with your friends!
More Examples
She cherished the peace and quiet of the countryside.
After the disagreement, they managed to make peace.
How It's Used
"The world yearned for peace after the devastating war."
"The peace treaty brought an end to the conflict."
"She found peace in meditation."
A formal agreement or treaty ending a war or conflict.
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An agreement to end a war or conflict.
The countries are working toward a peace agreement.
💡 Simply: When two countries stop fighting, they might sign a piece of paper that's like an 'I promise we won't fight anymore' agreement. That's a peace agreement!
👶 For kids: Peace can also mean when grown-ups decide to stop fighting and make a special promise to be nice to each other.
More Examples
The terms of the peace were negotiated over several months.
The peace brought an end to years of bloodshed.
How It's Used
"The two nations signed a peace treaty."
To reconcile or establish peace.
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To bring about a state of peace.
The diplomat worked to peace the two nations.
💡 Simply: When you 'peace' something, it's like you’re working hard to make things calm and friendly, like helping two kids stop fighting.
👶 For kids: If you 'peace' things, it's like helping people be nice to each other and not fight anymore.
More Examples
She hoped to peace the warring factions.
They struggled to peace their relationship.
How It's Used
"The mediator attempted to peace the situation."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
peace of mind
A feeling of being free from worry or anxiety.
"Buying insurance gave her peace of mind."
rest in peace (RIP)
A phrase used to express a wish for someone who has died to find peace.
"May he rest in peace."
hold one's peace
To remain silent; to not speak or interrupt.
"During the argument, she decided to hold her peace."
make peace
To end a disagreement or conflict and become friendly again.
"After their argument, they decided to make peace."
From Old French *pais* (peace, tranquility), from Latin *pāx* (peace). The Latin word is related to the verb *pacere* (to appease, pacify).
The word 'peace' has been used throughout history in literature, treaties, and everyday conversation to describe a state of tranquility and the absence of conflict.
Memory tip
Think of a dove carrying an olive branch, a symbol of peace.
Word Origin
"peace, agreement, tranquility"