/ ˈpiːsfl; NAmE / adjective
1.
not involving a war, violence or argument :
a peaceful protest / demonstration / solution
They hope for a peaceful settlement of the dispute.
2.
quiet and calm; not worried or disturbed in any way
SYN tranquil :
a peaceful atmosphere
peaceful sleep
It's so peaceful out here in the country.
He had a peaceful life.
3.
trying to create peace or to live in peace; not liking violence or disagreement
SYN peaceable :
a peaceful society
The aims of the organization are wholly peaceful.
► peace·ful·ly / -fəli; NAmE / adverb :
The siege has ended peacefully.
The baby slept peacefully.
► peace·ful·ness noun [ U ] ➡ note at peace