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Conciliation (noun) means the process of ending a conflict and bringing back peace between people.

noun
1
The process of ending a conflict and bringing back peace between people.
2
(law) An informal way of settling a disagreement in which both sides talk to a neutral person who helps calm tensions, improve communication and explore possible solutions.
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Etymology

Comes from Middle French conciliation.

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What is the meaning of conciliation?
"conciliation" (noun) means the process of ending a conflict and bringing back peace between people.
What is another word for conciliation?
Other words for "conciliation" include placation, propitiation.
What is the opposite of conciliation?
The opposite of "conciliation" is quarrel.
What are the different meanings of conciliation?
"conciliation" has 2 main meanings: 1. The process of ending a conflict and bringing back peace between people; 2. (law) An informal way of settling a disagreement in which both sides talk to a neutral person who helps calm tensions, improve communication and explore possible solutions.

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