RAPPROCHEMENT Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

rapprochement

noun

ˌra-ˌprōsh-ˈmänt

as in friendship

a friendly relationship marked by ready communication and mutual understanding an era of rapprochement between Mexico and the U.S. that was highlighted by a new trade agreement

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Recent Examples of rapprochement At the same time, there is the rapprochement between Israel and Arab states, which began with the country’s peace deals with Egypt and Jordan—and then there is Israel’s recent Abraham Accords with sundry Muslim states, including Morocco and Sudan, with Saudi Arabia as silent partner. —

Josef Joffe, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026 Still, India would also be keen to not scupper its rapprochement with the States after months of trade tensions. —

Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026 Gradually, the two begin a rapprochement, with a recovered Bradley pitching in to help. —

Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026 But Carney’s economic rapprochement with Beijing amounts to a gamble. —

Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rapprochement

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Noun

Book The Snug in the downstairs bar for intimate private gatherings, complete with its own sound system, call-for-service button, and a mural by New York artist TM Davy, celebrating female friendship and conversation.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Mar. 2026
Many artists and organizations have shared tributes and fond memories following Bowman’s passing, praising not only his musical excellence, but his friendship and generosity.

— Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 23 Mar. 2026