peaceable
gb/pˈisəbəl/ us/pˈisəbəl/
B2
English
~ 9500
Senses
0 senses
adjective
B2
property
1
calm and not wanting conflict
Calm and gentle, not wanting to argue or fight.
Usage pattern:
[someone] is peaceable
Common mistake:
Learners often use only "peaceful" and do not know "peaceable". "Peaceful" is more common and often describes places or situations (a peaceful village), while "peaceable" is more often about people and their character (a peaceable man). Using "peaceful" for a person is possible but slightly less specific.
Synonyms
peaceful (Very close in meaning, but often describes general calmness; 'peaceable' focuses more on not wanting to fight or argue.)
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nonviolent (Stresses the rejection of physical violence, while 'peaceable' can also refer to a gentle, calm personality.)
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gentle (Adds a feeling of softness or kindness, not only the lack of conflict.)
Antonyms
aggressive (Describes a person who is quick to argue or fight, the opposite of a peaceable character.)
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hostile (Shows open anger or opposition, unlike a calm, peaceable attitude.)
Collocations
peaceable person
|peaceable nature
|peaceable disposition
|peaceable character
|quiet and peaceable
|peaceable citizen
Themes
personality
|emotions
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- Despite the harsh words, she remained peaceable and refused to argue back.
- He has a peaceable temperament and avoids office drama whenever he can.
- The usually peaceable neighbor finally complained after several sleepless nights.
- Known as a peaceable leader, she always looked for compromise before confrontation.
- Even as a child, he had a peaceable nature and never started fights.
Learner examples
- My grandfather is a very peaceable man.
- She is peaceable and does not like to fight.
- He has a peaceable personality and stays calm in problems.
- The students were peaceable and listened quietly.
- I want to be more peaceable when I talk to my family.
adjective
B2
state
2
free from conflict or violence
Calm and without fighting, trouble, or violence.
Usage pattern:
[a situation] is peaceable
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse "peaceable" and "peaceful" for places and events. Both are often correct, but "peaceable" is preferred when the idea of "no fighting or violence" is important (a peaceable protest), while "peaceful" can also mean simply quiet and relaxing (a peaceful lake).
Synonyms
orderly (Emphasizes that people behave in a controlled way; 'peaceable' focuses more on the absence of conflict or violence.)
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nonviolent (Directly states that there is no physical violence; 'peaceable' can also include a calm, cooperative mood.)
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calm (General lack of noise or activity; 'peaceable' stresses no fighting or trouble.)
Antonyms
violent (Involves physical force or harm, the opposite of a peaceable situation.)
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unruly (Describes a group or event that is hard to control and may be noisy or chaotic, unlike a peaceable gathering.)
Collocations
peaceable protest
|peaceable assembly
|peaceable demonstration
|peaceable community
|peaceable coexistence
|peaceable settlement
Themes
society
|law
|politics
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- The march remained peaceable, with protesters walking quietly through the city center.
- Police praised the crowd for holding a peaceable demonstration.
- Our neighborhood is usually peaceable, even during big sports events.
- They reached a peaceable settlement after months of negotiation.
- The constitution protects the right to peaceable assembly.
Learner examples
- The protest was peaceable and there was no trouble.
- We live in a peaceable town with little crime.
- The two groups now have a peaceable relationship.
- They want a peaceable solution to the conflict.
- The meeting stayed peaceable, and nobody shouted.
Grammar
Dictionary form
peaceable
IPA
GB/pˈisəbəl/
US/pˈisəbəl/
Syllables & stress
peace - able (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (peace)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: peaceable
Word family
Core family
Related words
Advanced or less common
pacify
verb
pacifism
noun
pacifist
noun
Expressions
peaceable assembly
1/pˈisəbəl əsˈɛmbli/
fixed phrase
formal
a nonviolent public gathering
A public meeting or gathering where people do not use violence or cause serious trouble.
Examples
- The law protects the right to peaceable assembly for all citizens.
- Police allowed the peaceable assembly to continue without interference.
peaceable coexistence
1/pˈisəbəl kˌoʊɪɡzˈɪstəns/
fixed phrase
living together without conflict
When different people, groups, or countries live or exist together without fighting or serious conflict.
Examples
- The agreement was a first step toward peaceable coexistence between the two communities.
- They hope for peaceable coexistence rather than continued tension.
peaceable kingdom
1/pˈisəbəl kˈɪŋdəm/
fixed phrase
literary
ideal place of perfect harmony
An imagined or ideal place where everyone lives in complete peace and harmony, without any violence or fear.
Examples
- The painter’s work shows a kind of modern peaceable kingdom where people and animals live side by side.
- Some religious texts describe a future peaceable kingdom on earth.