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peaceable

pea·ceable

UK/ˈpiːsəb(ə)l/ US/ˈpisʌbʌl/ uncommon

adjective

1.

inclined or disposed to peace

  • “they met in a peaceable spirit”
  • “peace-loving citizens”
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2.

disposed to peace or of a peaceful nature

  • “the pacific temper seeks to settle disputes on grounds of justice rather than by force”
  • “a quiet and peaceable person”
  • “in a peaceable and orderly manner”
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Origin

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

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