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Synonyms of peaceful

45 similar words · 26 opposite words

Another word for peaceful is still. Other synonyms of peaceful are pacific, non-violent, laid-back, calm and level-headed. The opposite of peaceful is warring.

Synonyms and similar words for peaceful

adjectiveInclined to peace.

  • dovishPeaceful, conciliatory.
  • irenicPromoting or fitted to promote peace or peacemaking, especially over disputes; conciliatory, non-confrontational...
  • pacatePeaceful, tranquil.
  • peaceableFavouring peace rather than conflict; not aggressive, tending to avoid violence (of people, actions etc.).
  • pacificCalm, peaceful.
  • pacifisticOf or pertaining to pacifism; pacifist.
  • rooliePeaceful; still.
  • anti-bellicist
  • dovelikePeaceful; innocent; pacifist.
  • irenicalSynonym of irenic (“promoting or fitted to promote peace, especially over disputes; conciliatory, non-confrontational...
  • non-violentOf a person or movement, opposed to violence.
  • pacifistOf or relating to pacifism; pacifistic.
  • unaggressiveNot aggressive; peaceable; not violent.

adjectiveMotionless and calm.

  • tranquilFree from emotional or mental disturbance.
  • placidCalm and quiet; peaceful; tranquil.
  • stillNot moving; calm.
  • quietHaving little motion or activity; calm.
  • calmPeaceful, quiet, especially free from anger and anxiety.
  • steady
  • collectedCool‐headed, emotionally stable, in focus.
  • composedShowing composure.
  • cool-headedCalm and imperturbable, especially under pressure.
  • equable
  • equanimousCalm and composed; of stable disposition.
  • equanimitableSynonym of equanimous.
  • even-keeledStable, not imbalanced.
  • even-mindedHaving equanimity.
  • even-temperedRemaining calm even in situations that would cause many others to become angry, frustrated, panicky, etc.
  • imperturbableNot capable of being, or not easily, perturbed, excited, or upset; calm and collected, even under pressure.
  • laid-backRelaxed and easy‐going; demonstrating an absence of stress or worry.
  • level-headedSensible; rational; possessing sound judgment.
  • mellowWell-matured from age or experience; not impetuous or impulsive; calm, dignified, gentle.
  • phlegmaticNot easily excited to action or passion; calm; sluggish.
  • quiescentInactive, quiet, at rest.
  • relaxedFree from tension or anxiety; at ease; leisurely.
  • sedateOf a person or animal, or their behaviour: calm and composed (often in a dignified manner), and avoiding or unaffected...
  • sereneCalm, peaceful, unruffled.
  • unexcitedNot feeling excitement or keen interest; placid; bored.
  • unfazed
  • unflappableRemaining composed and level-headed at all times; impossible to fluster; not becoming frustrated or irritated easily.
  • unflusteredNot flustered; calm.
  • unperturbableNot perturbable.
  • unruffableImperturbable.
  • unruffledCalm, not ruffled, serene, at peace, unbothered.
  • untumultuousNot tumultuous; calm, placid.

Opposite of peaceful

adjectiveNot at war; not disturbed by strife or turmoil.

adjectiveInclined to peace.

Meaning of peaceful

  1. adjective Not at war; not disturbed by strife or turmoil.
  2. adjective Inclined to peace.
  3. adjective Motionless and calm.

Full definition of peaceful

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Questions about synonyms of peaceful

What is another word for peaceful?
Peaceful has 45 synonyms on Word.ws, such as still, pacific, non-violent, laid-back, calm, level-headed, cool-headed and quiet.
What is the opposite of peaceful?
The opposite of peaceful is warring.
What does peaceful mean?
Peaceful means not at war; not disturbed by strife or turmoil.

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