Meaning of conciliation in English

  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 »
  2. 2. any of various forms of mediation whereby disputes may be settled short of arbitration
  3. 3. the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity