Synonyms for
Pax
Definition
Pax means peace, especially the peace established after war or conflict.
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- Pax Romana
- Pax Britannica
- Pax Americana
- state of pax
- maintain pax
- achieve pax
- era of pax
Word family
noun pax
Usage note
Pax is a Latin word meaning peace, often used in historical contexts to refer to periods of relative peace imposed by a dominant power. It is not commonly used in everyday English outside of these specific historical phrases.
Example sentences
- The end of the war brought pax to the land.
- We must strive for pax among all nations.
- The treaty ensured lasting pax between the two countries.
- The leaders gathered to celebrate the pax that had been achieved.
- The soldiers laid down their weapons and embraced the pax that had been won.
Quotes
'Pax vobiscum' (peace be with you) is a traditional Christian greeting.
'Pax Americana' refers to the period of relative peace and stability maintained by the United States in the post-World War II era.
In his famous speech, John F. Kennedy said, 'Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate.' This sentiment reflects the importance of pax in international relations.