English dictionary
conciliation
/k/@/n,s/I/l/I/'/eI//S//@/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the state of manifesting goodwill and cooperation after being reconciled
ExamplesThere was a brief period of conciliation but the fighting soon resumed.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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any of various forms of mediation whereby disputes may be settled short of arbitration
Source: WordNet 3.0
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the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity
Source: WordNet 3.0
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The act or process of conciliating; the state of being conciliated.
Source: webster1913