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English noun: conciliation

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


SamplesThere was a brief period of conciliation but the fighting soon resumed.


Broader (hypernym)peace

2. conciliation (communication) any of various forms of mediation whereby disputes may be settled short of arbitration


Broader (hypernym)mediation

3. conciliation (act) the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity


Synonymsplacation, propitiation


Broader (hypernym)appeasement, calming









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