peace initiative

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peace initiative

A diplomat presents a peace initiative at a round table.

Definition

Noun: * An opening move or first step taken to begin negotiations for a peace treaty or to end a conflict. It is a specific action or proposal intended to de-escalate hostilities and start a dialogue aimed at achieving peace.

Usage
  • A "peace initiative" is a formal or significant action. It is typically undertaken by governments, international bodies, or prominent figures.
  • It is often followed by the preposition "by" (indicating the actor) and "between" or "with" (indicating the parties involved).
  • It can be described with adjectives like new, major, bold, diplomatic, unilateral, or international.
Examples
  • The ambassador praised the peace initiative by the neighboring countries.
  • The United Nations launched a new peace initiative to end the civil war.
  • Their bold peace initiative included an immediate ceasefire and prisoner exchange.
  • The success of the peace initiative depends on mutual trust.
Advanced Usage
  • "to launch a peace initiative": To formally begin or propose a peace process.
    • The regional bloc is preparing to launch a peace initiative.
  • "to welcome/support a peace initiative": To respond positively to a proposed peace step.
    • World leaders welcomed the peace initiative.
  • "a peace initiative falters/fails": Describes when a peace effort does not succeed.
    • The peace initiative faltered after renewed fighting.
Variants and Related Words
  • Peace process (n): The series of steps and negotiations aimed at achieving a lasting peace, which may be started by a peace initiative.
  • Peace proposal (n): A specific plan or set of terms for peace, which can be part of a peace initiative.
  • Ceasefire (n): A temporary stoppage of fighting, which can be a component or result of a peace initiative.
  • Diplomatic overture (n): A general approach in diplomacy to open negotiations, which a peace initiative is a specific type of.
Synonyms
  • Peace overture: A very close synonym, emphasizing the initial, often tentative, step.
  • Conciliatory move/step: An action intended to overcome hostility, which can be broader than just peace talks.
  • Opening gambit: A first move in a negotiation or conflict (can be used in many contexts, not exclusively peace).
Antonyms
  • Act of aggression: An action that initiates conflict or hostility.
  • Declaration of war: A formal announcement initiating a state of war.
peace initiative

A diplomat presents a peace initiative at a round table.

Noun
  1. opening move in negotiating a peace treaty