adjective

peaceful

Calm and free from conflict or disturbance.

The neighborhood feels peaceful before the morning traffic begins.

Etymology

The suffix means full of or characterized by. Peaceful describes a condition marked by peace, extending from absence of conflict to quiet surroundings.

More examples

  • She enjoys a peaceful afternoon in the garden.
  • Both sides hope for a peaceful resolution to the dispute.
  • The protest remains peaceful as the crowd grows.

Forms

peaceful · more peaceful · most peaceful

peacefully adverb — In a calm way, without disturbance or conflict.

peacefulness noun — The state of being calm and undisturbed.

Similar words

calm
Emphasizes freedom from agitation or excitement rather than conflict.
quiet
Emphasizes little noise or activity, not necessarily freedom from conflict.
nonviolent
Excludes physical force but can describe noisy, tense confrontations.