peacekeeping
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for peacekeeping, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The activity of maintaining peace between hostile groups or nations, often using a sanctioned military force.
Synonyms
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How to use peacekeeping
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From peace + keeping, echoing the phrase "keep the peace".
Full origin of peacekeeping →Frequently asked questions
What does “peacekeeping” mean?
The word “peacekeeping” means the activity of maintaining peace between hostile groups or nations, often using a sanctioned military force. In plain terms, the work of preventing or stopping conflict between groups, usually with soldiers or observers.
How do you pronounce “peacekeeping”?
“Peacekeeping” is pronounced PEES-kee-pihng (/ˈpiːskiːpɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “peacekeeping” in a sentence?
Here is “peacekeeping” used in a sentence: “The country contributes troops to several UN peacekeeping missions.”
What part of speech is “peacekeeping”?
“Peacekeeping” is a noun.
Is “peacekeeping” a common word?
“Peacekeeping” is an uncommon word in modern English.