Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
treaty-of-paris
noun
/ˈtriːti əv ˈpærɪs/
Definition
An agreement between nations that resolves conflicts or establishes peace, often following a war.
Examples
- The Treaty of Paris in 1783 ended the American Revolutionary War.
- In 1919, the Treaty of Paris formally concluded World War I and imposed heavy reparations on Germany.
- The Treaty of Paris of 1898 marked the end of the Spanish-American War.
Meaning
The Treaty of Paris typically refers to one of several agreements signed in Paris, which have had significant implications for international relations and territorial boundaries.
Synonyms
- agreement
- accord
- pact
- convention
