The Triple Entente was a military alliance formed between France, Russia, and the United Kingdom in 1907. This alliance was designed to counteract the growing influence of Germany and its allies in Europe. The Triple Entente was also known by various other names, including the Allied Powers, the Allies, the Great Powers, and the Entente Powers. These terms were used interchangeably to refer to the alliance and its members. However, the term "Triple Entente" became the most commonly used term to refer to this alliance, and it is still used today to describe the military alliance that helped to shape the course of World War I.