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   Peace

   /pēs/

   

   noun

   • 1. freedom from disturbance; tranquility: "you can while away an hour or two in peace and seclusion" Similar tranquilitycalmcalmnessrestfulnesspeace and quietpeacefulnessquietquietnessquietudesilencesoundlessnesshushnoiselessnessstillnessstillprivacyprivatenessseclusionsolitudeisolationretirementlack of disturbance/interruptionfreedom from interferenceOpposite noiseirritation
   • ▪ mental calm; serenity: "the peace of mind this insurance gives you" Similar serenitypeacefulnesstranquilityequanimitycalmcalmnesscomposureplacidityplacidnessrestreposeeasecomfortcontentmentcontentcontentednesssecurityblissjoynirvanaOpposite agitationdistress
   • 2. a state or period in which there is no war or a war has ended: "the Straits were to be open to warships in time of peace" Similar law and orderlawfulnessorderpeacefulnesspeaceablenessharmonyharmoniousnessaccordconcordamityamicablenessgoodwillfriendshipcordialitynonaggressionnonviolenceceasefirerespitelullOpposite conflict
   • ▪ a treaty agreeing to the cessation of war between warring states: "support for a negotiated peace" Similar treatytruceceasefirearmisticeend/cessation/suspension of hostilitiesmoratoriumagreementallianceconcordappeasementreconciliationOpposite war
   • ▪ freedom from civil disorder: "police action to restore peace" Similar law and orderlawfulnessorderpeacefulnesspeaceablenessharmonyharmoniousnessaccordconcordamityamicablenessgoodwillfriendshipcordialitynonaggressionnonviolenceceasefirerespitelullOpposite conflict
   • ▪ freedom from dispute or dissension between individuals or groups: "the 8.8 percent offer that promises peace with the board"
   • 3. a ceremonial handshake or kiss exchanged during a service in some Churches (now usually only in the Eucharist), symbolizing Christian love and unity.

   exclamation

   • 1. used as a friendly greeting. informal US
   • ▪ used to express good wishes on parting.
   • 2. used as an order to remain silent: archaic "peace, be still!"

   verb

   • 1. leave: informal US "I woke up at seven, thanked my host, and peaced out"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French pais, from Latin pax, pac- ‘peace’.

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2. iep.utm.edu › pePhilosophy of Peace | Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

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   In general terms, one may differentiate negative peace, that is, the relative absence of violence and war, from positive peace, that is, the presence of justice and harmonious relations. One may also refer to integrative peace, which sees peace as encompassing both social and personal dimensions.

3. columbian.gwu.edu › what-does-peace-meanWhat Does Peace Mean? - Columbian College of Arts & Sciences

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   Dec 9, 2015 · Peace means being free from persecution due to one’s nationality, immigration status, race, ethnicity, political affiliation, religious beliefs (or lack thereof) or sexual preference. Peace also comes from the comfort in knowing that you have a roof over your head, food to eat and loving family members and friends.

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5. www.dictionary.com › browse › peacePEACE Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   noun. the nonwarring condition of a nation, group of nations, or the world. Often Peace. an agreement or treaty between warring or antagonistic nations, groups, etc., to end hostilities and abstain from further fighting or antagonism: the Peace of Ryswick. Synonyms: accord, pact, truce, armistice.

6. www.visionofhumanity.org › introducing-the-conceptJohan Galtung and the Quest to Define the Concept of Peace

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   The concept of peace was first introduced into academic literature by the Norwegian pioneer of peace research Johan Galtung, who distinguished between two types of peace: positive peace and negative peace.

7. www.grainesdepaix.org › how-to-define-peaceHow to define peace? - English

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   Peace is a solid, enduring relationship of harmonious living together, based on respect, serenity, cordiality and mutual understanding. It is founded as much on the heart as on reason. It is through human warmth that we can transcend violence.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › peacepeace noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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   Definition of peace noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › peacePEACE | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   PEACE meaning: 1. a situation in which there is no war, violence, or arguing: 2. quiet and calm: 3. a feeling…. Learn more.