Pacific

/pəˈsɪfɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A native or inhabitant of the Pacific regions.

The conference was attended by several pacific representatives from various island nations.

adjective

Peaceful in character; not fight or warlike.

Her pacific demeanor was reassuring in the heated discussion.

Relating to the Pacific Ocean.

The pacific currents in the ocean affect the climate of the coastal regions.

From Latin 'pacificus', meaning 'peace-making' or 'peaceful'.

Pacific Ocean

The largest ocean on Earth, bounded by Asia and Australia to the west and the Americas to the east.

pacific solution

A resolution to a conflict achieved without violence.

pacific time

Referring to the time zone of the West Coast of the United States.

peace

A state of tranquility or quietness; absence of disturbance.

calm

A state of peace and quiet.

tranquility

The quality or state of being tranquil; calmness.

Chill or laid-back.

He's always so pacific about everything, just goes with the flow.

Easygoing in tense situations.

You should be more pacific when dealing with angry customers.