Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

westphalia

Proper noun

/wɛstˈfeɪ.li.ə/

Definition

Westphalia refers to a region in northwestern Germany, historically significant for its political and diplomatic events, particularly the Peace of Westphalia treaties in 1648 that ended the Thirty Years’ War.

Examples

The Peace of Westphalia ended decades of conflict in Europe.
Many scholars refer to Westphalia when discussing the modern nation-state system.
Westphalia is known for its rich cultural history and beautiful landscapes.

Meaning

The term ‘Westphalia’ is often associated with the Peace of Westphalia, which is a series of treaties that established the concepts of state sovereignty and the principles of international law that still influence diplomatic relations today.