Word
peace
Phoneticspeace
US/ˈpis/
UK/pˈiːs/
Definitions
01absence of war
A2 · Elementary Uncountable noun
n. a time when there is no war or fighting between countries.
n. a state of national or international security characterized by the absence of armed conflict.
日本語:平和※
“The two countries finally signed a treaty to bring peace to the region.”
“Diplomatic efforts were redoubled in an attempt to secure a lasting peace after decades of intermittent border skirmishes.”
02quiet and calm
A2 · Elementary Uncountable noun
n. a state of being calm, quiet, and free from noise or worry.
n. a state of tranquility or quiet; freedom from disturbance or agitation.
Español:paz
“I love the peace and quiet of the countryside in the early morning.”
“She sought the peace of the library to finish her research, away from the constant interruptions of the open-plan office.”
Synonyms
03inner calm
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. a feeling of being calm and happy in your mind.
n. a mental or spiritual state of tranquility free from oppressive thoughts or emotions.
日本語:安らぎ※
“Meditation helps him find a sense of inner peace after a stressful day.”
“It took years of reflection for the veteran to find peace with the decisions he had made during his service.”
Synonyms
04harmony in relations
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. a state where people get along well and do not argue.
n. harmony in personal or social relations; the absence of civil derangement or private feuds.
“The neighbors finally made peace after their long argument about the fence.”
“The mediator worked tirelessly to restore peace between the two feuding factions of the board of directors.”
05goodbye
B2 · Upper Intermediate Slang · Informal
interj. a casual way to say goodbye to friends.
interj. a colloquial valediction used upon departing a social situation.
“I'm heading home now, so peace, see you guys tomorrow.”
“He gave a quick wave and a simple 'peace' before disappearing into the crowd at the subway entrance.”
Antonyms
06to leave
C1 · Advanced Slang
v. to leave a place quickly or suddenly.
v. to depart or leave a location, typically used in the phrasal form 'peace out'.
“This party is getting boring, I'm going to peace.”
“As soon as the meeting ended, he decided to peace out before anyone could ask him for additional favors.”
Usage
Often used in the fixed phrase 'peace and quiet' to describe a lack of disturbance.
Pitfall
They are in peace
They are at peace
When describing a state of harmony or the end of life, the preposition 'at' is used rather than 'in'.
Word family
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ADJECTIVE
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Idioms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- A2 · ElementaryOxford
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