Truces — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈtrüs/

Meaning & Definition of Truces

Truces (noun)

  1. a suspension of fighting especially of considerable duration by agreement of opposing forces, armistice, ceasefire
  2. a respite especially from a disagreeable or painful state or action

Truces (verb)

  1. to make a truce
  2. to end with a truce

Truces (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a temporary stopping of fighting

    "both sides agreed to a 24-hour truce beginning at midnight on Christmas Eve"

    similar: armistices, cease-fires
    related: accords, reconcilements, reconciliations, détentes, peaces, peacetimes
    near: conflicts, hostilities, hot wars, wars

Related Entry: Truce (noun)

Truce is a different word from Truces. The synonyms below are for truce, not for truces.

  1. a temporary stopping of fighting

    "both sides agreed to a 24-hour truce beginning at midnight on Christmas Eve"

    similar: armistice, ceasefire
    related: accord, reconcilement, reconciliation, détente, peace, peacetime
    near: conflict, hostilities, hot war, war

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Truces

The most common words with a similar meaning to Truces:

armistices, cease-fires

Related Words for Truces

accords, reconcilements, reconciliations, détentes, peaces, peacetimes

Near Antonyms of Truces

conflicts, hostilities, hot wars, wars

Word Forms of Truces

Inflections: truced, trucing

Origin & Etymology of Truces

Middle English trewes, plural of trewe agreement, from Old English trēow fidelity; akin to Old English trēowe faithful true:1

First known use: 13th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Truces

What does "Truces" mean?

"Truces" means a suspension of fighting especially of considerable duration by agreement of opposing forces, armistice, ceasefire. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a suspension of fighting especially of considerable duration by agreement of opposing forces, armistice, ceasefire.

What is another word for "Truces"?

Other words for "Truces" include armistices and cease-fires. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Truces" you intend.

How do you use "Truces" in a sentence?

Examples of "Truces" in a sentence: "both sides agreed to a 24-hour truce beginning at midnight on Christmas Eve".

Is "Truces" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Truces" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Truces"?

"Truces" is pronounced /ˈtrüs/.

What is the origin of the word "Truces"?

"Truces" comes from Middle English trewes, plural of trewe agreement, from Old English trēow fidelity; akin to Old English trēowe faithful true:1. First known use: 13th century.

What is another word for "Truces" meaning "a temporary stopping of fighting"?

When "Truces" (noun) means a temporary stopping of fighting, synonyms include armistices and cease-fires.

What does "Truces" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Truces" means: a suspension of fighting especially of considerable duration by agreement of opposing forces, armistice, ceasefire; a respite especially from a disagreeable or painful state or action.