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Conciliate: meaning, definitions and examples

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conciliate

 

[ kənˈsɪlɪeɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in a conflict resolution

To conciliate means to make peace between two people or groups who are in disagreement. It involves finding common ground and helping each party understand the other's perspective. Conciliation often requires patience, empathy, and good communication skills.

Synonyms

mediate, pacify, reconcile

Examples of usage

  • She tried to conciliate the two friends who had a falling out.
  • The mediator worked hard to conciliate the opposing parties and reach a compromise.

Translations

Translations of the word "conciliate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 conciliar

🇮🇳 सुलह करना

🇩🇪 versöhnen

🇮🇩 mendamaikan

🇺🇦 примирити

🇵🇱 pogodzić

🇯🇵 和解させる (wakei saseru)

🇫🇷 concilier

🇪🇸 conciliar

🇹🇷 uzlaştırmak

🇰🇷 화해시키다 (hwahaesikida)

🇸🇦 تصالح (tasalih)

🇨🇿 usmířit

🇸🇰 zmieriť

🇨🇳 和解 (héjiě)

🇸🇮 uskladiti

🇮🇸 sáttast

🇰🇿 татуластыру

🇬🇪 შერიგება (sherigeba)

🇦🇿 barışdırmaq

🇲🇽 conciliar

Etymology

The word 'conciliate' originated from the Latin word 'conciliatus', which means 'united' or 'brought together'. It has been used in English since the 16th century to describe the act of reconciling differences and fostering harmony. Over time, 'conciliate' has become associated with conflict resolution and peacemaking efforts.

See also: conciliator, conciliatory, reconciliate.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,781, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.