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UK/["/ˈtriːti/"]/US/["/ˈtriːti/"]/

Meaning of Treaty

a formal agreement between two or more countries

In simple words: An official agreement between countries.

Treaty in a sentence

  • The two countries signed a treaty to end the decades-long conflict.
  • The Treaty of Versailles officially ended World War I in 1919.
  • Negotiators worked for months to draft a treaty on climate change commitments.
  • After the treaty was signed, trade between the nations increased significantly.
  • The ancient treaty established borders between the two tribes centuries ago.

How to use Treaty

Use in political or legal contexts when discussing agreements between nations. Not suitable for casual conversation or informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

treaty + object

Memory hint

Think of 'treaty' as a 'treat' for two countries to share.

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Synonyms for Treaty

Opposites of Treaty

Common mistakes with Treaty

  • Confused with 'transaction'.
  • Mistaken as a verb instead of a noun.
  • Using 'treaty' in everyday topics like friendships.

Compare Treaty with Agreement, Pact, Convention

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Frequently asked questions about Treaty

What does Treaty mean?

An official agreement between countries.

What is the definition of Treaty?

a formal agreement between two or more countries

How do you use Treaty in a sentence?

The two countries signed a treaty to end the decades-long conflict.

Can you give another example of Treaty?

The Treaty of Versailles officially ended World War I in 1919.

What are synonyms for Treaty?

Common alternatives include agreement, pact, accord, compact, convention.

What is the opposite of Treaty?

Opposite meanings include conflict, war.

What words go with Treaty?

It commonly pairs with global, international, regional, draft, draw up, negotiate, come into force, provide for, guarantee something, party, amendment, changes, by treaty, under a/​the treaty, treaty between, an article of a treaty, a clause of a treaty, the provisions of a treaty.

What are common mistakes when using Treaty?

Confused with 'transaction'. Mistaken as a verb instead of a noun. Using 'treaty' in everyday topics like friendships.

How do you pronounce Treaty?

US: /["/ˈtriːti/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtriːti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Treaty formal or informal?

"Treaty" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Treaty?

Use in political or legal contexts when discussing agreements between nations. Not suitable for casual conversation or informal contexts.

What CEFR level is Treaty?

"Treaty" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.