detente

Definitions

The easing of hostility or strained relations, especially between countries.

A period of improved relations between two or more nations that had previously been in conflict.

Examples

The two nations signed a historic treaty, signaling a long-awaited detente in their diplomatic relations.

After years of intense hostility, the sudden detente between the rival companies surprised industry analysts.

Synonyms

appeasement conciliation rapprochement truce armistice accord pacification

Antonyms

conflict hostility war aggression antagonism friction discord