noun
peace of mind
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Peace of mind (noun) means a calm, untroubled state in which you are free from worry because you know something is safe, settled or taken care of. Example: “Knowing the house is insured gives me peace of mind.”
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A calm, untroubled state in which you are free from worry because you know something is safe, settled or taken care of.
"Knowing the house is insured gives me peace of mind."
"She fitted a smoke alarm purely for peace of mind."
How to use peace of mind
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe relaxed feeling you get when you know you have nothing to worry about.
When to use it
Neutral, extremely common in advertising for insurance, warranties and security products.
Memory tip
Remember: peace = calm, piece = portion.
Easily confused with
peace of mind →
piece of my mind
Common pairings
for peace of mind
gives you peace of mind
complete peace of mind
total peace of mind
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Frequently asked questions
Is it 'peace of mind' or 'piece of mind'?
'Peace of mind' is the freedom from worry. 'Give someone a piece of your mind' is a separate expression meaning to tell them angrily what you think of them. The two are not interchangeable.
Is peace of mind countable?
No, it is uncountable. Say 'for peace of mind' or 'some peace of mind', never 'a peace of mind'.
What is the meaning of peace of mind?
"peace of mind" (noun) means a calm, untroubled state in which you are free from worry because you know something is safe, settled or taken care of.
What is another word for peace of mind?
Other words for "peace of mind" include reassurance, serenity, ease of mind, contentment, calm.
