n. A state of quiet or tranquillity; freedom from disturbance or agitation; calm; quietness; repose.n. Freedom from agitation or disturbance by the passions, as from fear, terror, anger, or anxiety; quietness of mind; tranquillity; calmness; quiet of conscience.n. A state of reconciliation between parties at variance; harmony; concord.n. Public tranquillity; that quiet order and security which are guaranteed by the laws: as, to keep the peace; to break the peace; a justice of the peace.n. A compact or agreement made by contending parties to abstain from further hostilities; a treaty of peace: as, the peace of Ryswick.n. Amityn. Quiet, Tranquillity, etc. See rest.To hold one's peace; be or become silent; hold one's tongue.To appease; quiet; allay.