First Known Use: 12th century
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1peace
noun \ˈpēs\
: a state in which there is no war or fighting
: an agreement to end a war
: a period of time when there is no war or fighting
Full Definition of PEACE
1
: a state of tranquillity or quiet: as a : freedom from civil disturbance b : a state of security or order within a community provided for by law or custom <a breach of the peace>
2
: freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
3
: harmony in personal relations
4
a : a state or period of mutual concord between governments b : a pact or agreement to end hostilities between those who have been at war or in a state of enmity
5
—used interjectionally to ask for silence or calm or as a greeting or farewell
— at peace
: in a state of concord or tranquillity
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Origin of PEACE
Middle English pees, from Anglo-French pes, pees, from Latin pac-, pax; akin to Latin pacisci to agree — more at pact
Related to PEACE
- Synonyms
- peacefulness
- Antonyms
- war
Other Government and Politics Terms
2peace
verb
Definition of PEACE
intransitive verb
obsolete : to be, become, or keep silent or quiet
First Known Use of PEACE
14th century
Peace
geographical name \ˈpēs\
Definition of PEACE
river 1195 miles (1923 kilometers) W Canada flowing E & NE in N British Columbia & N Alberta into Slave River — see finlay
PEACE Defined for Kids
peace
noun \ˈpēs\
Definition of PEACE for Kids
1
: freedom or a period of freedom from public disturbance or war
2
: a quiet and calm state of mind
3
: agreement and harmony among people
4
: an agreement to end a war
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