Armistice

Pronunciation: /ˈɑrmɪstɪs/

Definitions of armistice

noun a temporary suspension of hostilities by agreement of the warring parties

Example Sentences

A1 An armistice is a temporary agreement to stop fighting.

A2 The armistice was signed by both sides, bringing an end to the war.

B1 The armistice negotiations lasted for weeks before finally being agreed upon.

B2 The armistice terms included the withdrawal of troops from the disputed territory.

C1 The armistice was celebrated as a victory for diplomacy and peace.

C2 The armistice marked the beginning of a new era of relations between the two countries.

Examples of armistice in a Sentence

formal The two countries signed an armistice agreement to end the war.

informal After months of fighting, they finally agreed to an armistice.

slang The soldiers were relieved when they heard about the armistice.

figurative Sometimes it feels like there will never be an armistice between my heart and my mind.

Grammatical Forms of armistice

• plural: armistices
• comparative: more armistice
• superlative: most armistice
• present tense: armistice
• future tense: will armistice
• perfect tense: has armisticed
• continuous tense: is armisticing
• singular: armistice
• positive degree: armistice
• infinitive: to armistice
• gerund: armisticing
• participle: armisticed

Origin and Evolution of armistice

First Known Use: 1679 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'armistice' originated from the Latin word 'armistitium', which was a combination of 'arma' meaning arms and 'stitium' meaning stoppage.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a temporary cessation of hostilities in warfare, the meaning of 'armistice' has evolved to also include agreements to end conflicts or wars permanently.