peace

peace · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A state of freedom from war or violence.

  2. 2.

    A state of calm and quiet; freedom from disturbance.

  3. 3.

    Mental calm; serenity.

  4. 4.

    Harmony in personal relations.

Related words

Antonyms: conflict, turmoil, war
See also: calm, harmony, tranquility, war
Synonyms: calm, harmony, serenity, tranquility

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman pes, Old French pais, from Latin pax (genitive pacis) meaning "peace, compact, agreement, treaty of peace." Related to pact and pacify. The word entered English in the 12th century.