Basic Details
Word: Peaceable
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Calm and friendly; wanting to avoid conflict or trouble.
Synonyms: Peaceful, amicable, tranquil
Antonyms: Aggressive, belligerent, hostile
Idioms and Phrases
- Make peace, not war: A phrase encouraging dialogue and harmony instead of conflict. Example: "In our class, we believe in making peace, not war, to solve disagreements."
- Peace of mind: A feeling of calm and security. Example: "Knowing that her friends were safe brought her peace of mind during the storm."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The peaceable nature of the puppy made it a perfect companion for the children.
Example 2: During the meeting, everyone aimed for a peaceable resolution to the group’s issues.
Example 3: In a peaceable world, people would solve their problems through understanding and conversation.
Fun Fact
The term "peaceable" has been in use since the 15th century and is derived from the word "peace," which comes from the Latin "pax," meaning tranquility or absence of war.
Famous Quote
"Peace is not merely a distant goal that we seek, but a means by which we arrive at that goal." Martin Luther King Jr.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "peaceable" mean?
a) Wanting to start a fight
b) Calm and friendly
c) Very noisy
d) Angry
Answer: b) Calm and friendly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "peaceable"?
a) Aggressive
b) Tranquil
c) Upset
d) Tense
Answer: b) Tranquil
3. Which word is an antonym of "peaceable"?
a) Gentile
b) Friendly
c) Hostile
d) Quiet
Answer: c) Hostile
4. Which sentence uses "peaceable" correctly?
a) The peaceable child shared his toys with everyone.
b) The peaceable car raced down the street.
c) The peaceable wind caused a storm.
d) The peaceable cat climbed up the tree quickly.
Answer: a) The peaceable child shared his toys with everyone.
5. What does the idiom "make peace, not war" encourage?
a) To create more fights
b) To avoid conflict and seek harmony
c) To win a race
d) To start a competition
Answer: b) To avoid conflict and seek harmony
