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Definition of peaceably - 3 dictionary results

peace⋅a⋅ble

  [pee-suh-buhl]
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–adjective
1. inclined or disposed to avoid strife or dissension; not argumentative or hostile: a peaceable person; a peaceable disposition.
2. peaceful; tranquil: in peaceable periods; a peaceable adjustment of a dispute.
Origin:
1300–50; ME pesible < MF paisible. See peace, -able

Related forms:
peace⋅a⋅ble⋅ness, noun
peace⋅a⋅bly, adverb

Synonyms:
1. amicable, friendly, amiable.

Antonyms:
1. quarrelsome, hostile.
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peace·a·ble   (pē'sə-bəl)   
adj.  

  1. Inclined or disposed to peace; promoting calm: They met in a peaceable spirit.

  2. Peaceful; undisturbed.

peace'a·ble·ness n., peace'a·bly adv.
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Main Entry: peace·able
Pronunciation: 'pE-s&-b&l
Function: adjective
: marked by freedom from dispute, strife, violence, or disorder peaceable assembly> <peaceable possession> —peace·ably /-blE/ adverb
Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law, © 1996 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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