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Peacefully: meaning, definitions and examples

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peacefully

 

[ ˈpiːsfʊli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

living

In a peaceful manner; without violence or disturbance.

Synonyms

calmly, serenely, tranquilly

Examples of usage

  • She slept peacefully through the night.
  • The protesters marched peacefully down the street.
  • The two countries negotiated the peace treaty peacefully.
Context #2 | Adjective

feeling

In a way that shows calmness and tranquility.

Synonyms

placid, serene, undisturbed

Examples of usage

  • She had a peacefully content expression on her face.
  • The lake looked peacefully still in the early morning light.

Translations

Translations of the word "peacefully" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pacificamente

🇮🇳 शांतिपूर्वक

🇩🇪 friedlich

🇮🇩 dengan damai

🇺🇦 мирно

🇵🇱 spokojnie

🇯🇵 穏やかに (odayaka ni)

🇫🇷 paisiblement

🇪🇸 pacíficamente

🇹🇷 barış içinde

🇰🇷 평화롭게 (pyeonghwaropge)

🇸🇦 بسلام (bisalam)

🇨🇿 pokojně

🇸🇰 pokojne

🇨🇳 和平地 (hépíng de)

🇸🇮 mirno

🇮🇸 friðsamlega

🇰🇿 бейбіт түрде

🇬🇪 მშვიდობიანად (mshvidobianad)

🇦🇿 dinc şəkildə

🇲🇽 pacíficamente

Word origin

The adverb 'peacefully' originated from the word 'peaceful', which dates back to the late 14th century. It is formed by combining 'peace' with the suffix '-ful', meaning 'full of'. The adjective form 'peaceful' is derived from the noun 'peace', which comes from the Latin 'pax' meaning 'peace, compact, agreement'. The concept of peace has been highly valued throughout history, with various cultures and societies striving for peace and harmony.

See also: peace, peacebuilding, peaceful, peacefulness, peacekeeping, peacemaker, peacemaking.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,060, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.