Synonyms for

Peace

Verb / pi:s / Another word for peace — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a state of calmness, quiet, and freedom from disturbance

Synonyms & similar words

pacification ataraxis heartsease repose publicsecurity peacetreaty serenity war peaceofmind peacefulness tranquility harmony serenity calm quiet repose stillness placidity equanimity contentment bliss sereneness silence restfulness peacefulness quiescence relaxation composure coolness collectedness

Synonyms by register

Formal

tranquility harmony accord serenity

Informal

calm quiet chill hush

Literary

halcyon stillness

Antonyms

war conflict strife discord hostility agitation turmoil

Common collocations

  • world peace
  • peace treaty
  • inner peace
  • peace of mind
  • peace and quiet
  • peace talks
  • peace of the grave

Word family

noun peace
verb appease
adjective peaceful
adverb peacefully

Usage note

Peace often refers to the absence of conflict, but can also describe a state of inner calm or quiet. 'Peace' is a noun; its verb form is 'appease', which means to pacify or placate.

Example sentences

  1. I feel peaceful when I am reading a book.
  2. The peace treaty ended the war.
  3. We should all strive for world peace.
  4. The sound of the ocean brings me peace.
  5. When I am stressed, I like to take a walk to find peace.

Quotes

  • Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the ability to handle conflict by peaceful means. - Ronald Reagan
  • If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other. - Mother Teresa
  • Peace cannot be kept by force; it can only be achieved by understanding. - Albert Einstein

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