English dictionary
peaceable
adjectivePronunciation
ˈpiːsəb(ə)l
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
adjective
- not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war
adjective
- disposed to peace or of a peaceful nature
adjective
- inclined or disposed to peace
Example sentences
a peaceful nation
peaceful times
a far from peaceful Christmas
peaceful sleep
the pacific temper seeks to settle disputes on grounds of justice rather than by force
a quiet and peaceable person
in a peaceable and orderly manner
they met in a peaceable spirit
peace-loving citizens