Synonyms for peaceableness

Grammar : Noun

Spell : pee-suh-buhl

Phonetic Transcription : ˈpi sə bəl

Définition of peaceableness

Origin : early 14c., from Old French paisible "peaceful" (12c.), from pais (see peace). Related: Peacably.

As in nonagression : noun pacifism
As in nonviolence : noun abstention from violence

Example sentences :

Why don't you ensure the Maroons peaceableness by advancing on them?
Extract from : « No Defense, Complete » by Gilbert Parker

At Bixton Big Tony had been no more remarkable for his willingness to work than for his peaceableness.
Extract from : « The Young Railroaders » by Francis Lovell Coombs

They would learn that India and China have bled through the ages because of their peaceableness.
Extract from : « Defenseless America » by Hudson Maxim

Good-humour, peaceableness, and evenness of temper are the most prominent features in his character.
Extract from : « Eskimo Life » by Fridtjof Nansen

And from the peaceableness of the reply he gathered that this time the lady was not soliciting patronage but conferring it.
Extract from : « The Divine Fire » by May Sinclair

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