IRENICAL

Etymology

From irenic.

Adjective

irenical (comparative more irenical, superlative most irenical)

Peaceful, conciliatory; promoting peace, especially over theological or ecclesiastical disputes.

Source: Wiktionary


I*ren"ic, I*ren"ic*al, a. Etym: [Gr.

Definition: Fitted or designed to promote peace; pacific; conciliatory; peaceful. Bp. Hall.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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