detente meaning

Definition of detente

1. the easing of tensions or strained relations (especially between nations)

   Type of: easing

detente in a sentence

• The country's foreign policy appeared to be leaning toward detente.

How to pronounce detente

detente is pronounced /deɪˈtɑnt/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Words that rhyme with detente

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