pacific — peaceful in character or intent; not aggressive
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: peaceful in character or intent; not aggressive
Pronunciation (IPA): /pəˈsɪfɪk/
Korean meaning: 평화로운, 온화한, 공격적이지 않은
Korean pronunciation: 퍼-시-픽 (강세: 시)
Example Sentences
- My grandmother has such a pacific personality that even angry customers become calm around her.
- The Pacific Ocean covers about one-third of Earth's surface.
- Despite his huge size, the bouncer had a surprisingly pacific demeanor.
pacific
ADJECTIVE//pəˈsɪfɪk//
peaceful in character or intent; not aggressive
Peaceful and gentle nature
Scientific research keeps the Pacific specific and peaceful
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'pacificus'에서 유래되었으며, 이는 '평화를 만드는'이라는 뜻입니다. 16세기 탐험가 마젤란이 대서양보다 잔잔해 보이는 바다를 발견하고 '평화로운 바다'라는 의미로 태평양(Pacific Ocean)이라고 명명했습니다.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother has such a pacific personality that even angry customers become calm around her.”
“The Pacific Ocean covers about one-third of Earth's surface.”
“Despite his huge size, the bouncer had a surprisingly pacific demeanor.”
“The two countries agreed to a pacific resolution of their border dispute.”
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