Pacifications — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌpa-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən/ pac·i·fi·ca·tion

Meaning & Definition of Pacifications

Pacifications (noun)

  1. the act or process of pacifying, the state of being pacified
  2. the act of forcibly suppressing or eliminating a population considered to be hostile
  3. a treaty of peace

Pacifications (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in appeasements, mollifications

    similar: appeasements, mollifications, satisfactions, contentments, delights, gratifications, pleasures
    opposite: dudgeons, huffs, miffs, offenses, peeves, piques, resentments, umbrages, aggravations, angers, annoyances, botherations, bothers, discomforts, exasperations, frustrations, griefs, irritations, vexations, agitations, displeasures, distresses, disturbances, indignations, ires, outrages, perturbations, upsets

  2. as in peaces, disarmaments

    similar: demilitarizations, demobilizations, disarmaments, cease-fires, truces, peaces, calms, tranquilities
    opposite: conflagrations, conflicts, hostilities, hot wars, wars, civil wars, cold wars, holy wars, limited wars, police actions, world wars, actions, battles, engagements, skirmishes

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Pacifications

The most common words with a similar meaning to Pacifications:

appeasements, mollifications, satisfactions, contentments, delights, gratifications, pleasures, demilitarizations, demobilizations, disarmaments, cease-fires, truces, peaces, calms, tranquilities

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Pacifications

Words with the opposite meaning of Pacifications:

dudgeons, huffs, miffs, offenses, peeves, piques, resentments, umbrages, aggravations, angers, annoyances, botherations, bothers, discomforts, exasperations, frustrations, griefs, irritations, vexations, agitations, displeasures, distresses, disturbances, indignations, ires, outrages, perturbations, upsets, conflagrations, conflicts

Origin & Etymology of Pacifications

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Pacifications

What does "Pacifications" mean?

"Pacifications" means the act or process of pacifying, the state of being pacified. As a noun, it is defined as: the act or process of pacifying, the state of being pacified. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Pacifications"?

Other words for "Pacifications" include appeasements, mollifications, satisfactions, contentments, delights, gratifications, pleasures and demilitarizations. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Pacifications" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Pacifications"?

There are 15 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Pacifications". Common alternatives include appeasements, mollifications, satisfactions, contentments, delights, gratifications, pleasures, demilitarizations, demobilizations and disarmaments.

What is the opposite of "Pacifications"?

Antonyms of "Pacifications" include dudgeons, huffs, miffs, offenses, peeves, piques, resentments and umbrages.

Is "Pacifications" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Pacifications" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Pacifications"?

"Pacifications" is pronounced /ˌpa-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən/ and divided into syllables as pac·i·fi·ca·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Pacifications"?

First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Pacifications" meaning "as in appeasements, mollifications"?

When "Pacifications" (noun) means as in appeasements, mollifications, synonyms include appeasements, mollifications, satisfactions, contentments, delights and gratifications. Opposites in this sense include dudgeons, huffs, miffs and offenses.