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    Rapprochés (en. Brought together)

    /ʁapʁɔʃe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That which is brought closer, that has decreased distance.
    The two countries now have closer relations.
    Les deux pays ont des relations désormais plus rapprochées.
    Refers to people with affinities.
    They have become very close since their trip together.
    Ils sont très rapprochés depuis leur voyage ensemble.

    Etymology

    The word comes from the verb 'rapprocher' which means 'to bring closer.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cultural rapprochement
    Process of improving relations between different cultures.
    rapprochement culturel
    rapprochement of opinions
    Agreement between divergent viewpoints.
    rapprochement des opinions
    family rapprochement
    Strengthening of ties within a family.
    rapprochement familial

    Related Words

    bring closer
    Action of making something closer.
    rapprocher
    proximity
    State of being close.
    proximité

    Slang Meanings

    To be on good terms
    Since they resolved their conflicts, they have become very close.
    Depuis qu'ils ont réglé leurs conflits, ils sont très rapprochés.
    To be in the same boat
    After the difficulties, they grew closer than ever.
    Après les difficultés, ils se sont rapprochés comme jamais.