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Definitions for modus vivendi
ˈmoʊ dəs vɪˈvɛn di, -daɪ; ˈmoʊ di, -daɪmodus viven·di

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. modus vivendinoun

    a temporary accommodation of a disagreement between parties pending a permanent settlement

  2. life style, life-style, lifestyle, modus vivendinoun

    a manner of living that reflects the person's values and attitudes

Wiktionary

  1. modus vivendinoun

    A way of living, especially a working arrangement to allow for coexistence between two parties in spite of differences or unresolved disputes.

  2. Etymology: From modus vivendi, from modus + genitive gerund form of vivens.

Wikipedia

  1. Modus vivendi

    Modus vivendi (plural modi vivendi) is a Latin phrase that means "mode of living" or "way of life". It often is used to mean an arrangement or agreement that allows conflicting parties to coexist in peace. In science, it is used to describe lifestyles.Modus means "mode", "way", "method", or "manner". Vivendi means "of living". The phrase is often used to describe informal and temporary arrangements in political affairs. For example, if two sides reach a modus vivendi regarding disputed territories, despite political, historical or cultural incompatibilities, an accommodation of their respective differences is established for the sake of contingency. In diplomacy, a modus vivendi is an instrument for establishing an international accord of a temporary or provisional nature, intended to be replaced by a more substantial and thorough agreement, such as a treaty. Armistices and instruments of surrender are intended to achieve a modus vivendi.

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  1. modus vivendi

    Modus Vivendi is a Latin phrase that translates to "mode of living" or "way of life". However, in political or social contexts, it is often used to describe a temporary agreement or arrangement between conflicting parties that allows peaceable coexistence or cooperation until a final settlement can be reached. This compromise is usually informal and does not resolve the underlying issues but allows all parties to continue functioning despite differences.

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  1. Modus vivendi

    Modus vivendi is a Latin phrase signifying an agreement between those whose opinions differ, such that they agree to disagree. Modus means mode, way. Vivendi means of living. Together, way of living, implies an accommodation between disputing parties to allow life to go on. It usually describes informal and temporary arrangements in political affairs. For example, where two sides reach a modus vivendi regarding disputed territories, despite political, historical or cultural incompatibilities, an accommodation of their respective differences is established for the sake of contingency. This sense of the term has been used as a keystone in the political philosophy of John Gray. Diplomatically, a modus vivendi is an instrument for establishing an international accord of a temporary or provisional nature, intended to be replaced by a more substantial and thorough agreement, such as a treaty. It is usually fashioned informally, and so never requires legislative ratification. Typically armistices and instruments of surrender are modus vivendi.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of modus vivendi in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of modus vivendi in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of modus vivendi in a Sentence

  1. Albert Einstein:

    The first and most important necessity is the creation of a modus vivendi with the Arab people.


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