Synonyms for

Pacific

Verb / pʌˈsɪfɪk / Another word for pacific — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

calm and peaceful; not aggressive or violent

Synonyms & similar words

pacific peaceable pacificocean peaceful calm serene tranquil placid quiet still undisturbed composed relaxed mild gentle subdued soft painless easy untroubled harmonious agreeable nonviolent

Synonyms by register

Formal

tranquil serene placid halcyon

Informal

calm peaceful chill laid-back

Literary

halcyon stilly untroubled

Antonyms

warlike hostile aggressive combative belligerent contentious feuding

Common collocations

  • pacific ocean
  • pacific settlement
  • pacific approach
  • pacific gesture
  • pacific relations
  • pacific solution
  • pacific temper

Word family

noun pacification
verb pacify
adjective pacific
adverb pacifically

Usage note

Primarily used to describe a disposition or a state of peace, often in contrast to conflict. Can also refer to the Pacific Ocean.

Example sentences

  1. The pacific breeze made us feel relaxed.
  2. The pacific island was a perfect place for a vacation.
  3. The pacific sky was painted with beautiful colors during sunset.
  4. The pacific fish swam peacefully in the coral reef.
  5. The pacific forest was home to many animals.

Quotes

  • The Pacific Ocean is a big place, and it's hard sometimes to convey the scale of what's going on there.
  • The Pacific is my home ocean; I really like the Pacific Rim, and I would like to do a culinary trip to the Pacific Rim.
  • The Pacific is the most important ocean in the world.

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