Treaty

Pronunciation: /ˈtriːtiː/

Treaty (noun)

  1. a formal agreement between countries, usually about peace or trade.
  2. a written document that records an agreement between countries.

Examples

  • The countries signed a treaty to reduce emissions.
  • A treaty was negotiated to ensure peace.

Common collocations: sign a treaty, negotiate a treaty, ratify a treaty, peace treaty, ancient treaty

Synonyms of Treaty

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Treaty

  • when parties do not reach a consensus
  • when there is active opposition