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truce Synonyms

Another word for truce

Choosing another word for truce depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An agreement between opposing sides or disputants to stop fighting, arguing, or competing for a specified period of time.

Usage Example

"After hours of heated debate over the budget, the two committee chairs finally called a ceasefire and agreed to compromise."

Strongest
ceasefire
armistice
Strong
peace
accord
treaty
Weak
reconciliation

• noun (Context 2)

A temporary respite, suspension, or relief from an unpleasant condition, difficulty, or pain.

Usage Example

"The cool evening breeze brought a welcome respite from the relentless summer heat."

Strongest
respite
Strong
reprieve
lull
breather
relief
intermission

Opposites of truce

The opposite of truce shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

war
hostilities
warfare
conflict
continuation
strife
feud
persistence
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Truce. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/truce
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