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conciliative

UK
/kənˈsɪlɪətɪv/
US
/kənˈsɪliˌeɪtɪv/

Translations

conciliativeadjective
more conciliative
Comp.
most conciliative
Super.
UK
/kənˈsɪlɪətɪv/
US
/kənˈsɪliˌeɪtɪv/
The conciliative approach helped resolve the conflict.
Примирительный подход помог разрешить конфликт.
Synonyms
soothing
calming
mollifying
pacifying
appeasing
reconciling
Antonyms
contentious
hostile
antagonistic

Definitions

conciliativeadjective
Intended to placate or pacify; aimed at achieving reconciliation or reducing hostility.
The conciliative approach of the mediator helped both parties reach an agreement.
Relating to the process or practice of conciliation, especially in industrial or legal dispute resolution.
The union insisted on using a conciliative procedure before considering arbitration.
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