Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Not peaceful; characterized by conflict, disturbance, or lack of tranquility: Describes a state, situation, or period that is marked by the absence of peace, calm, or harmony. It implies the presence of strife, unrest, or discord.

Usage

The adjective "unpeaceful" is used to directly modify nouns describing times, situations, relationships, or atmospheres. It is the direct antonym of "peaceful." It is a formal or literary term.

Examples

• The region has a long and unpeaceful history of border disputes.
• Their unpeaceful coexistence was evident to all their neighbors.
• The demonstration turned into an unpeaceful assembly.
• She longed for quiet after an unpeaceful night filled with worries.

Advanced Usage

• "unpeacefully" (adverb): In a manner that is not peaceful.
  • The negotiations ended unpeacefully, with both parties leaving angrily.
• The term is often used in historical, political, or sociological contexts to describe eras or conditions.

Variants and Related Words

• Unpeace (noun, rare): A state of being unpeaceful; absence of peace.
  • The treaty aimed to end the unpeace that had lasted for decades.

Synonyms

• Turbulent: Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion.
• Unsettled: Not calm, stable, or resolved.
• Discordant: Marked by disagreement or conflict.
• Hostile: Unfriendly, antagonistic, or opposed.

Antonyms

• Peaceful: Free from disturbance; tranquil.
• Calm: Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.
• Harmonious: Free from disagreement or dissent.
• Tranquil: Free from disturbance; calm.

Related Phrases/Idioms

(Note: "Unpeaceful" itself is not commonly used in fixed idioms. The concept is more frequently expressed by its synonyms or the phrase "lack of peace.") - To be in a state of unrest: To be in an unpeaceful condition, often politically or socially. - The country was in a state of unrest following the election.

Adjective

1. not peaceful
   • unpeaceful times
   • an unpeaceful marriage