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pacifications

/ˌpæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/

NOUN

1. Restoration of peace and resolution of conflict

Acts or processes of restoring peace, reducing hostility, and bringing about peaceful conditions in areas or situations affected by conflict, unrest, or disagreement.

1.1. Peace agreements and conflict resolution

Used to describe efforts or outcomes involving the establishment of peace between opposing parties, including diplomatic agreements, cease-fires, truces, and reconciliation after periods of conflict.

Synonyms

  • appeasements
  • cease-fires
  • truces
  • peaces

Antonyms

Examples

  • The region experienced multiple pacifications as leaders worked towards lasting peace.
  • Diplomats engaged in rigorous discussions to facilitate global pacifications.
  • The success of recent pacifications inspired hope for stability in neighboring nations.

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1.2. Disarmament and military de-escalation

Used to describe processes of reducing military activity, withdrawing or disbanding armed forces, and eliminating weapons to establish more peaceful conditions.

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • militarizations
  • rearmaments
  • armaments

Examples

  • Historians studied the outcomes of various pacifications to understand their long-term impact.
  • International observers monitored the pacifications to ensure that military forces were properly withdrawn.

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1.3. Calming and appeasement of tensions

Used to describe actions or outcomes that reduce agitation, hostility, or dissatisfaction and restore a calmer, more peaceful state.

Synonyms

  • calms
  • mollifications
  • tranquilities
  • tranquillities

Antonyms

  • agitations
  • disturbances
  • aggravations
  • hostilities
  • conflicts

Examples

  • Advocates emphasized the importance of diplomatic solutions for effective pacifications worldwide.
  • The community welcomed the pacifications that gradually reduced tensions and restored calm.

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