Conciliatory: meaning, definitions and examples

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conciliatory

 

[ kənˈsɪlɪəˌtɔːri ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in a negotiation

intended or likely to placate or pacify.

Synonyms

appeasing, pacifying, peacemaking, reconciliatory

Examples of usage

  • He took a conciliatory approach in the negotiation.
  • She made a conciliatory gesture to smooth things over.
  • The conciliatory tone of his voice helped defuse the tension.
  • Her conciliatory words helped to bridge the gap between the two sides.
  • The conciliatory offer was well received by both parties.

Translations

Translations of the word "conciliatory" in other languages:

🇵🇹 conciliatório

🇮🇳 समाधानकारी

🇩🇪 versöhnlich

🇮🇩 rekonsiliatif

🇺🇦 примирливий

🇵🇱 pojednawczy

🇯🇵 和解の

🇫🇷 conciliant

🇪🇸 conciliador

🇹🇷 uzlaştırıcı

🇰🇷 화해하는

🇸🇦 تصالحي

🇨🇿 smířlivý

🇸🇰 zmierlivý

🇨🇳 和解的

🇸🇮 spravljiv

🇮🇸 sáttfús

🇰🇿 келісімді

🇬🇪 შერიგების

🇦🇿 barışdırıcı

🇲🇽 conciliador

Etymology

The word conciliatory has its roots in the Latin word 'conciliare', which means 'to bring together' or 'to unite'. Over time, the term evolved to signify actions or gestures intended to reconcile differences or soothe tensions. The concept of being conciliatory in negotiations or conflicts has been valued throughout history as a means to promote peace and understanding.

See also: conciliate, conciliator, reconciliate.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,582, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.