Vocabulary
Rapprochement
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
(especially in international affairs) an establishment or resumption of harmonious relations.
Urdu meaning
مفاہمت، مصالحت
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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- There may not be any tangible agreement on peace in Ukraine but the Alaska meeting has certainly cemented the rapprochement between Russia and the US.
- Its proactive diplomacy, for example, in mediating the rapprochement between Saudi Arabia and Iran, has also enhanced its soft power appeal.
- Chinese efforts to spur regional integration and reduce tensions have also been visible in the recent rapprochement between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
- A rapprochement, a grand reconciliation at home, is the need of the hour.
- While recent rapprochement with the Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia, may act as a restraining factor, deep-seated mistrust persists in the region.
Synonyms
reconciliation, increased understanding, detente, restoration of harmony, agreement, cooperation
Antonyms
alienation, disaffection, disgruntlement
Curator example
“there were signs of a growing rapprochement between the two countries”
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