What is the meaning of conciliation?

noun

  • The state of manifesting goodwill and cooperation after being reconciled.
    • usage: "there was a brief period of conciliation but the fighting soon resumed"
  • Any of various forms of mediation whereby disputes may be settled short of arbitration.
  • The act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity.
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