conciliations
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/kənˌsɪliˈeɪʃənz/
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/kənˌsɪlɪˈeɪʃ(ə)nz/
(conciliation)
calming disputes
Etymology
'conciliation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'conciliatio', where 'conciliāre' meant 'to bring together' or 'to win over'.
'conciliation' changed from Late Latin 'conciliatio' through Old French 'conciliation' and Middle English 'conciliation', eventually becoming the modern English word 'conciliation'.
Initially, it meant 'the act of bringing together or winning over', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the act of placating, reconciling, or settling a dispute'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'conciliation'.
Several conciliations were arranged between the rival departments to prevent further conflict.
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Noun 2
instances or acts of conciliating: processes of bringing parties together, placating, or settling disputes.
International conciliations after the incident led to a temporary reduction in tensions.
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