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de-escalation
This term is primarily used in political, diplomatic, and military contexts to describe a strategic reduction of tension. It carries a professional and formal register, often appearing in official government statements, news reports, and international relations discourse. The word implies a deliberate, managed process rather than a sudden or accidental end to a conflict.
While it can refer to broad geopolitical tensions, it is also frequently applied to interpersonal conflict resolution or crisis intervention, such as calming an agitated person in a healthcare or security setting. In these contexts, it emphasizes the use of communication and psychological techniques to lower emotional intensity.
Meanings
Examples
The police officer used de-escalation techniques to calm the agitated man.
We need a strategy for the de-escalation of this border dispute.
I wonder if a simple apology would lead to a quick de-escalation of the argument.
The manager focused on de-escalation to prevent the meeting from turning into a shouting match.
Both nations agreed to a mutual de-escalation of military presence in the region.
Listen, we have to prioritize de-escalation before someone gets hurt.
The teacher's calm voice was key to the de-escalation of the classroom chaos.
A successful de-escalation requires both parties to make concessions.
A successful de-escalation requires both parties to make concessions.