Meaning & Definition of word "Truce"

Truce

/truːs/

1. An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting for a certain time.
- Example: The two countries declared a truce to allow for humanitarian aid to be delivered.
2. A pause in hostilities, often temporary and indicative of a willingness to negotiate.
- Example: After months of conflict, a truce was finally reached during the peace talks.
3. A cessation of hostilities; an arrangement to stop fighting.
- Example: The warring factions agreed to a truce to discuss potential terms for peace.

Middle English, from Old French 'trusse', meaning 'to pull tight or draw together'.

truce talks:

Negotiations aimed at reaching a truce.

peace truce:

An agreement aimed at establishing long-term peace.

declare a truce:

To formally announce an intention to cease hostilities.

armistice:

A formal agreement to stop fighting, typically during war.

peace:

A state of tranquility or quietness.

conflict:

A serious disagreement or argument.

Meaning: A temporary peace or agreement, often in a lighthearted context.

Example Sentence: We had a truce over who gets the last piece of pizza.

Meaning: An implicit understanding to avoid conflict for a time.

Example Sentence: Let’s call a truce until we get through finals week.