'Peaceableness' definitions:
Definition of 'peaceableness'
(from WordNet)
noun
A state that is calm and tranquil [syn: peaceableness, peacefulness]
Definition of 'Peaceableness'
From: GCIDE
- Peaceable \Peace"a*ble\, a. [OE. peisible, F. paisible.] Begin in or at peace; tranquil; quiet; free from, or not disposed to, war, disorder, or excitement; not quarrelsome. -- {Peace"a*ble*ness}, n. -- {Peace"a*bly}, adv. [1913 Webster]
- Syn: Peaceful; pacific; tranquil; quiet; mild; undisturbed; serene; still.
- Usage: Peaceable, Peaceful. Peaceable describes the state of an individual, nation, etc., in reference to external hostility, attack, etc.; peaceful, in respect to internal disturbance. The former denotes "in the spirit of peace;" latter; "in the possession or enjoyment of peace." A peaceable adjustment of difficulties; a peaceful life, scene. [1913 Webster]