conciliated
|con-ci-li-a-ted|
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/kənˈsɪli.eɪt/
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/kənˈsɪlɪ.eɪt/
(conciliate)
peace-making
Etymology
'conciliate' originates from Latin, specifically the verb 'conciliāre', where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'concilium' meant 'a coming together' or 'council'.
'conciliate' changed from Latin 'conciliāre' into Old French forms (e.g. 'concilier') and then entered Middle English, eventually becoming the modern English 'conciliate'.
Initially it meant 'to bring together or unite', but over time it evolved into the current meanings of 'to win favor, placate, or reconcile'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'conciliate' meaning to make (someone) less angry or hostile; to placate or soothe.
She conciliated the irate customer with a sincere apology and a refund.
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Verb 2
past tense or past participle form of 'conciliate' meaning to win over (someone) to one's side or gain their goodwill or favor.
The director conciliated the board by presenting a clear and realistic recovery plan.
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Last updated: 2025/09/30 07:19