The crossword solutions for the term BELLUM OPPOSITE are PAX (3 letters) and ANTE (4 letters). PAX is a Latin word meaning 'PEACE' and is often used to refer to a state of harmony between nations or people. ANTE is a Latin word meaning 'BEFORE' and is often used to refer to something that happens BEFORE an event or action. Together, these two words form the phrase 'pax ante bellum, ' which means 'PEACE BEFORE war.' This phrase is often used to refer to the idea that PEACE should be sought BEFORE resorting to war.