n 1: the state prevailing during the absence of war [ant: war]
2: harmonious relations; freedom from disputes; "the roommates
lived in peace together"
3: the absence of mental stress or anxiety [syn: peacefulness, peace of mind, repose, serenity, heartsease, ataraxis]
4: the general security of public places; "he was arrested for
disturbing the peace" [syn: public security]
5: a treaty to cease hostilities; "peace came on November 11th"
[syn: peace treaty, pacification]