adj.
Pronunciation: ' p ē s-f ə l
Function: adjective
Date: 14th century
1 : PEACEABLE 1
2 : untroubled by conflict, agitation, or commotion : QUIET , TRANQUIL
3 : of or relating to a state or time of peace
4 : devoid of violence or force
synonyms see CALM
– peace · ful · ly \ -f ə -l ē \ adverb
– peace · ful · ness noun