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单词 pacification
释义

pacification

noun

pac·​i·​fi·​ca·​tion ˌpa-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce pacification (audio)
1
a
: the act or process of pacifying : the state of being pacified
b
: the act of forcibly suppressing or eliminating a population considered to be hostile
2
: a treaty of peace

Example Sentences

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

pacification

noun

as in tranquillity

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • tranquillity
  • tranquility
  • serenity
  • calm
  • peace
  • quiet
  • amity
  • harmony
  • concord
  • peacefulness
  • stability
  • accord
  • order

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • war
  • conflict
  • strife
  • warfare
  • unrest
  • discord
  • upheaval
  • trouble
  • contention
  • turmoil
  • tumult
  • fighting
  • combat
  • action
  • dissidence
  • battle
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