Word
peaceful
Phoneticspeace·ful, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈpisfəɫ/
UK/pˈiːsfəl/
Definitions
01quiet and calm
B1 · Intermediate
adj. quiet and calm, without any noise or worry.
adj. characterised by a state of tranquility or serenity; free from disturbance or agitation.
日本語:穏やか※
“The garden was very peaceful in the early morning before the city woke up.”
“The lakeside retreat offered a peaceful environment where the researchers could write their reports without the constant interruptions of the main office.”
02without war or violence
B1 · Intermediate
adj. not involving war, fighting, or violence.
adj. occurring without conflict, violence, or war; relating to a state of harmony between groups.
“The two countries hope to find a peaceful solution to their disagreement.”
“The transition of power was remarkably peaceful, defying the predictions of political analysts who had expected civil unrest following the election results.”
Synonyms
03liking peace
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. describing a person who avoids arguments and likes to keep things calm.
adj. inclined toward peace or non-aggression; having a quiet and non-confrontational temperament.
日本語:穏やか※
“He is a peaceful man who always tries to help people get along.”
“Despite his intimidating size, he possessed a peaceful nature and preferred mediation over any form of physical confrontation.”
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “peaceful” in context.
Verb
01. feel peaceful
“I always feel peaceful when I am walking through the forest.”
verb + adj
02. look peaceful
“The baby looked so peaceful while she was sleeping.”
verb + adj
03. remain peaceful
“The crowd remained peaceful despite the long delay.”
verb + adj
Adjective
04. peaceful atmosphere
“The library has a very peaceful atmosphere, making it easy to study.”
adj + noun
05. peaceful protest
“Thousands of people joined the peaceful protest in the city center.”
adj + noun
06. peaceful solution
“Both countries are working hard to find a peaceful solution to the conflict.”
adj + noun
Adverb
07. wonderfully peaceful
“Our holiday in the mountains was wonderfully peaceful.”
adv + adj
Etymology
From Middle English peesful, pesful, paisful, pesefull. By surface analysis, peace + -ful.
Derived from the derogatory term religion of peace, which is used against Islam itself for its association with violent attacks by Islamic extremists, and alleged support and lack of condemnation against them by certain Muslim communities.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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- 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.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL 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: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
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