peaceful
gb/pˈisfəl/ us/pˈisfəl/
A2
English
~ 8700
békés, erőszakmentes, nyugodt, csendes, békeszerető
B1
1
békés
A2
Usage pattern:
a peaceful [country/event/protest/solution]
The election passed in a largely peaceful atmosphere, with no reports of violence.
A választás nagyrészt békés légkörben zajlott, és nem érkeztek hírek erőszakról.
They organized a peaceful protest outside the city hall to demand change.
Békés tüntetést szerveztek a városháza elé, hogy változást követeljenek.
After decades of conflict, the two nations finally agreed to a peaceful settlement.
The activists insist on using only peaceful means to achieve their goals.
A peaceful transition of power is essential for a stable democracy.
Learner examples
The country is now peaceful after many years of war.
Az ország sok évnyi háború után most már békés.
Students held a peaceful protest in front of the school.
A diákok békés tüntetést tartottak az iskola előtt.
We hope for a peaceful solution to the problem.
Police thanked the crowd for staying peaceful during the march.
They want a peaceful world without war.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes think a 'peaceful protest' must be quiet, but it can be loud as long as it is not violent. Another confusion is between 'peaceful' and the rarer 'peaceable'; in most everyday situations, 'peaceful' is the normal choice.
Meaning
without war or physical violence
Collocations
peaceful protest
|peaceful demonstration
|peaceful transition
|peaceful settlement
|peaceful coexistence
|peaceful resolution
Synonyms
non-violent (Directly stresses the absence of physical force; more technical or political in tone.)
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peaceable (Slightly more formal and less common; often used in legal or written contexts about avoiding conflict.)
Antonyms
violent (Emphasizes the presence of physical force or harm, the direct opposite of non-violent or peaceful actions.)
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war-torn (Describes places that are badly affected by war, the opposite of peaceful in the context of countries or regions.)
Themes
society
|politics
|conflict
|law
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Not using war, fighting, or physical violence, especially when talking about a country, event, or way of doing something.
Not involving war, physical violence, or serious fighting, especially when describing countries, events, or methods.
A2
2
Usage pattern:
a peaceful [place/scene/afternoon/sleep]
We enjoyed a peaceful afternoon by the lake, far from the city traffic.
Nyugodt délutánt töltöttünk a tóparton, távol a városi forgalomtól.
The village is a peaceful place, especially early in the morning.
A falu nyugodt hely, különösen kora reggel.
After the storm, the garden looked strangely peaceful and still.
The baby finally fell into a deep, peaceful sleep.
They chose a small, peaceful hotel in the mountains for their vacation.
Learner examples
The park is very peaceful at night.
A park éjszaka nagyon nyugodt.
I like to read in a peaceful room.
Szeretek csendes szobában olvasni.
We walked along a peaceful river.
The child is now in a peaceful sleep.
It was a peaceful morning with no cars and no noise.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes write *"pieceful" instead of "peaceful" because it sounds similar to "piece." Another mistake is using only "quiet" when "peaceful" is more natural to express both quiet and a feeling of calm, for example, "a peaceful evening" rather than just "a quiet evening" when you also mean relaxing and pleasant.
Meaning
calm and quiet, not noisy
Collocations
peaceful afternoon
|peaceful countryside
|peaceful garden
|peaceful sleep
|peaceful scene
|peaceful setting
Synonyms
calm (Very common and general; can describe people and feelings as well as places.)
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tranquil (More literary or descriptive; often used for nature or beautiful scenes.)
Antonyms
noisy (Focuses on loud sounds that break the quiet, the opposite of a peaceful environment.)
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chaotic (Stresses confusion and lack of order, the opposite of a calm, peaceful situation.)
Themes
daily life
|emotions
|nature
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Calm and quiet, with no loud noise or trouble.
Calm, quiet, and not disturbed by noise, busy activity, or trouble, especially when describing a place, time, or scene.
B2
3
békés
A2
békeszerető
B2
Usage pattern:
a peaceful [person/community/character/approach]
She has a very peaceful nature and avoids arguments whenever she can.
Nagyon békés természetű, és amikor csak tudja, kerüli a vitákat.
The monks live a simple, peaceful life in the mountains.
A szerzetesek egyszerű, békés életet élnek a hegyekben.
He is known as a peaceful leader who always looks for compromise.
Despite the tension, the residents remained peaceful and tried to calm the situation.
They want to raise their children in a peaceful community that values cooperation.
Learner examples
My grandfather is a very peaceful man.
A nagyapám nagyon békés ember.
She is peaceful and does not like to argue.
Békés természetű, és nem szeret vitatkozni.
They dream of a peaceful life in a small town.
The group wants a peaceful way to solve the problem.
Our neighbors are quiet and peaceful people.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use "peaceful" when they mean "pacifist" in a political sense. "Peaceful" describes general character or behavior, while "pacifist" usually means someone who is strongly against war and violence as a belief.
Meaning
disliking conflict; avoiding fights
Collocations
peaceful person
|peaceful nature
|peaceful character
|peaceful community
|peaceful spirit
|peaceful approach
Synonyms
gentle (Focuses more on being kind and soft in manner; implies peacefulness but also warmth.)
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non-aggressive (More technical or descriptive; directly states the absence of aggressive behavior.)
Antonyms
aggressive (Describes someone who is often ready to fight or attack, the opposite of a peaceful person.)
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hostile (Emphasizes strong dislike or anger toward others, in contrast to a peaceful attitude.)
Themes
emotions
|personality
|society
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Describes someone who does not like to fight or argue and wants to live quietly with others.
Describing a person, group, or way of thinking that does not want conflict or fighting and prefers to live or act calmly and without aggression.
Grammar
Dictionary form
peaceful
IPA
GB/pˈisfəl/
US/pˈisfəl/
Syllables & stress
peace - ful (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (peace)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: peaceful
Word family
Core family
peace
noun A2
peacefully
adverb B1
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
unpeaceful
adjective
violent
adjective B1
Advanced or less common
pacify
verb
pacifist
noun
pacifism
noun
Expressions
peaceful coexistence
1/pˈisfəl kˌoʊɪɡzˈɪstəns/
fixed phrase
living together without conflict
A situation where different people, groups, or countries live or exist together without fighting or violence.
Examples
- The agreement is an important step toward peaceful coexistence between the two communities.
- They believe peaceful coexistence is possible if both sides show respect.
- History shows that peaceful coexistence requires trust and compromise.
peaceful death
1/pˈisfəl dˈɛθ/
fixed phrase
calm and painless death
Death that happens in a calm way, without much pain or struggle.
Examples
- She passed away in her sleep, a peaceful death at the age of ninety-two.
- The family prayed for a peaceful death for their grandfather.
- Doctors did their best to make sure he had a peaceful death.
peaceful means
1/pˈisfəl mˈinz/
fixed phrase
non-violent methods
Ways of doing something that do not use violence, force, or war.
Examples
- They are committed to changing the law by peaceful means.
- The group believes social problems should be solved through peaceful means.
- We must use peaceful means to express our anger and frustration.
peaceful protest
1/pˈisfəl pɹˈoʊtɛst/
fixed phrase
non-violent public demonstration
A protest where people show their opinion in public without using physical violence or damaging things.
Examples
- Thousands joined a peaceful protest in the city center.
- The group says it is committed to peaceful protest only.
- Police praised the peaceful protest for remaining calm despite the large crowd.
peaceful purposes
1/pˈisfəl pˈɚpəsɪz/
fixed phrase
non-military uses of something
Uses of science, technology, or other things that are not for war or violence.
Examples
- The treaty states that nuclear energy should be used only for peaceful purposes.
- They claim the research is for peaceful purposes, not for weapons.
- International rules control how space can be used for peaceful purposes.
peaceful resolution
1/pˈisfəl ɹˌɛzəlˈuʃən/
fixed phrase
ending a conflict non-violently
A way of solving a disagreement or conflict without using violence or war.
Examples
- Both parties say they want a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
- The UN called for dialogue and a peaceful resolution.
- Diplomats worked day and night to reach a peaceful resolution.
peaceful settlement
1/pˈisfəl sˈɛtəlmənt/
fixed phrase
agreement ending dispute peacefully
An agreement that stops a fight or argument between people or groups without using violence.
Examples
- The two companies reached a peaceful settlement out of court.
- International pressure helped bring about a peaceful settlement.
- They are negotiating for a peaceful settlement to the long-running conflict.
peaceful sleep
1/pˈisfəl slˈip/
fixed phrase
calm, undisturbed sleep
Sleep that is calm, comfortable, and not broken by noise, stress, or bad dreams.
Examples
- After the long journey, she finally fell into a deep, peaceful sleep.
- Soft music can help children have a more peaceful sleep.
- The baby looks so sweet in peaceful sleep.
peaceful solution
1/pˈisfəl səlˈuʃən/
fixed phrase
non-violent way to solve problem
A way to fix a problem or disagreement without using violence, force, or war.
Examples
- We must find a peaceful solution before the conflict grows.
- They are still searching for a peaceful solution that all sides can accept.
- Leaders met to discuss a peaceful solution to the border dispute.
peaceful transition of power
1/pˈisfəl tɹænzˈɪʃən əv pˈaʊɚ/
fixed phrase
non-violent change of government
When one government leader or group gives power to another without violence or fighting.
Examples
- A peaceful transition of power is a key sign of a healthy democracy.
- International observers praised the country for its peaceful transition of power.
- The constitution sets clear rules to ensure a peaceful transition of power after elections.