peace
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- pronunciation:
- pis
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Homophone Note, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a state of freedom from war or conflict.
The people longed for peace after years of war.- antonyms:
- conflict, unrest, war
- similar words:
- accord, calm, order, quiet
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| definition 2: |
a state of quiet or calm.
There is an air of gentle peace about this town.- synonyms:
- calm, quiet
- antonyms:
- noise, turmoil, unrest
- similar words:
- comfort, hush, still
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| definition 3: |
civil order and safety; law and order.
It's the job of the police to keep the peace in the city.- synonyms:
- calm, order
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| related words: |
truce |
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piece sound alike but have different meanings.