Pax

Pronunciation: /pæks/

Definitions of pax

noun a Latin word meaning peace, used in the phrase 'pax vobiscum' meaning 'peace be with you'

Example Sentences

A1 I wish for pax and harmony in the world.

A2 The pax between the two countries is fragile.

B1 The treaty ensured pax in the region for years to come.

B2 The United Nations works to maintain pax worldwide.

C1 The pax established after the war was tenuous at best.

C2 Negotiations are ongoing to secure a lasting pax in the region.

Examples of pax in a Sentence

formal The treaty was signed, bringing about a state of pax between the two nations.

informal Let's all just chill out and enjoy some pax for once.

slang I'm all about that pax life, just trying to keep the peace.

figurative Sometimes finding inner pax can be more challenging than achieving outer peace.

Grammatical Forms of pax

• plural: paxes
• comparative: more pax
• superlative: most pax
• present tense: paxes
• future tense: will pax
• perfect tense: have paxed
• continuous tense: is paxing
• singular: pax
• positive degree: pax
• infinitive: to pax
• gerund: paxing
• participle: paxed

Origin and Evolution of pax

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'pax' originated from Latin.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in Latin to mean 'peace' or 'treaty', the word 'pax' has evolved over time to also refer to a physical object symbolizing peace, such as a small tablet or medallion.