Conciliation Meaning
/kəˌnsɪliˈeɪʃən/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe process of bringing peace and harmony; the ending of strife.
nounA form of alternative dispute resolution, similar to but less formal than mediation, in which the parties bring their dispute to a neutral third party, who helps lower tensions, improve communications and explore possible solutions.
Sentence Examples
Conciliation is the matter of the law.
They engaged in a process of conciliation to resolve their differences.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The mediator's ____ helped resolve the bitter labor dispute.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The effective mediator aimed for total ____ between the two warring groups.
Word Origin & History
From Middle French conciliation.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The mediator's ____ helped resolve the bitter labor dispute.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The effective mediator aimed for total ____ between the two warring groups.