Synonyms of settlement

settlement

noun

ˈse-tᵊl-mənt 

as in agreement

an arrangement about action to be taken

eventually reached a peace settlement

Synonyms & Similar Words

• agreement
• pact
• convention
• contract
• understanding
• deal
• promise
• bargain
• covenant
• compact
• treaty
• disposition
• accord
• pledge
• partnership
• charter
• association
• approval
• acceptance
• consent
• binder
• alliance
• league
• assent
• entente
• concurrence
• entente cordiale
• OK

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of settlement

The Directors Guild of America and IATSE have taken a different tack, arguing that the delay in closing the deal presents its own risks, and urging the parties to reach a settlement. — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026

The threatened move out of California is another stick Ellison appears to be using to force you to think about a settlement. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 19 Aug. 2026

One settlement in the city was called Little Mexico City, which sprung up in the area where Judson University now is located, Broxham said. — Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026

Business needs might win out over ideology, however, and a lawsuit settlement may come before a dramatic departure. — Joel Mathis, TheWeek, 18 Aug. 2026