Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

league-of-nations

Noun

/liːɡ əv ˈneɪʃənz/

Definition

An international organization established after World War I to promote peace and cooperation among countries.

Examples

After World War I, the League of Nations was created as part of the Treaty of Versailles.
Many hoped that the League of Nations would maintain world peace.
Despite its efforts, the League of Nations ultimately failed to prevent the outbreak of World War II.

Meaning

The League of Nations aimed to prevent wars through collective security and disarmament and to settle international disputes through negotiation and diplomacy.