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Added 9 October 2026

peaceable

/ˈpiːsəb(ə)l/ adjective

adjective Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about peaceable at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

Inclined or disposed to peace.
they met in a peaceable spirit
Not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war.
a peaceful nation
Disposed to peace or of a peaceful nature.
the pacific temper seeks to settle disputes on grounds of justice rather than by force

Origin

From Anglo-Norman pesible, peisible, Middle French paisible, from pais (“peace”) + -ible; later remodelled after peace + -able.

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