détentethe easing of hostility or strained relations between countriesThe policy of détente between the two superpowers reduced the risk of nuclear conflict.NoteThe policy of détente between the two superpowers reduced the risk of nuclear conflict.Elon.io is an online learning platformWe have an entire course teaching IELTS Vocabulary — Band 7+ grammar and vocabulary.Start learning IELTS Vocabulary — Band 7+ now