Meaning of conciliation in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /kənˌsɪliˈeɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    conciliation

    Definitions

    1. the state of manifesting goodwill and cooperation after being reconciled

    Examples

    • « there was a brief period of conciliation but the fighting soon resumed »

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  2. 2. any of various forms of mediation whereby disputes may be settled short of arbitration

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  3. 3. the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity

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  • « That is why if Lebanon concludes a peace agreement with Israel and brings that accord to the Parliament our deputies will reject it Hezbollah refuses any conciliation with Israel in principle. »
    Hassan Nasrallah

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