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pacific

pacific is not just an ocean, but also an adjective with a serene meaning!

ℹ️ Part of speech

pacific is an ADJECTIVE.

🗣️ Pronunciation

pacific is pronounced /pə.ˈsɪf.ɪk/ or puh-SIF-ik.

📚️ Definition

pacific means peaceful; characterized by a calm, untroubled nature. Example: a pacific disposition.

📰 Examples

Here are some examples of pacific in usage:

• The beach at sunset was such a pacific scene, I felt all my worries melt away.
• As a diplomat, his primary goal was to maintain pacific relations between the two nations.
• Their dog had a pacific temperament and got along well with children and other animals.

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pacific most nearly means

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Which of the following statements could best be described as pacific?

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💁🏼 Tips!

It's hard not to see the word pacific and think of the Pacific Ocean. Yet the word has its own meaning, basically peaceful. The ocean was named 'pacific' by Magellan because he had just left the turbulent waters of the Atlantic, and in comparison, the new ocean was quite peaceful.

✅ Quiz answer/s

Answers:

• D, tranquil.
• A, The garden was filled with the sweet scent of flowers and the gentle hum of bees.

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