Definition of "dovish" [dov•ish]

• Like a dove; peaceful, conciliatory. (adjective)

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• "Minneapolis Fed governor Kocherlakota gave a speech too, that news agencies described as dovish (see lower), but which we believe shouldn't be the reason for the rise of Treasuries."
• "The pound posted more losses against the euro after a speech by Bank of England Governor Mervyn King was interpreted as relatively "dovish," or more concerned about stimulating economic growth than inflation."
• "The "dovish" Biden position called for relying primarily on assassination, while the "hawkish" McChrystal stance embraced both assassination and more troops."