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conciliation

Conciliation (noun) means the process of bringing peace and harmony; the ending of strife.

noun
1
The process of bringing peace and harmony; the ending of strife.
2
A form of alternative dispute resolution, similar to but less formal than mediation, in which the parties bring their dispute to a neutral third party, who helps lower tensions, improve communications and explore possible solutions.
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Etymology

From Middle French conciliation.

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What is the meaning of conciliation?

"conciliation" (noun) means the process of bringing peace and harmony; the ending of strife.

What are the different meanings of conciliation?

"conciliation" has 2 main meanings: 1. The process of bringing peace and harmony; the ending of strife; 2. A form of alternative dispute resolution, similar to but less formal than mediation, in which the parties bring their dispute to a neutral third party, who helps lower tensions, improve communications and explore possible solutions.

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