The action of mediating between two disputing parties to reach an agreement or settlement. The company sought conciliation to resolve the labor dispute with its employees.
A process in which a third party helps to improve the relationship between two parties in conflict. Conciliation was necessary to mend the strained relations between the two neighboring countries.
The act of placating or winning over someone’s goodwill so as to ease anger or hostility. His words of conciliation eased the tension in the room.