conciliation
kənˌsɪliˈeɪʃən
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Definition of conciliation - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
agreement processact of helping parties reach agreement
  • Conciliation was necessary for the divorcing couple to part amicably.
arbitration mediation reconciliation
2.
legalTECH.alternative dispute resolution with a neutral third partyTECH.
  • Conciliation was chosen over litigation to resolve the issue.
arbitration mediation
3.
peaceRareprocess of bringing peace and harmonyRare
  • Conciliation helped the two countries end their conflict.
mediation reconciliation
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formal process where a neutral body helps parties settle a disagreement
The contract requires a conciliation procedure before any court action is taken.
group that helps settle arguments between two sides
The conciliation board met to resolve the workers' complaints.
formal steps where neutral helpers assist sides in settling a dispute
Conciliation proceedings were started to avoid a costly court case.
organization that helps disagreeing sides settle conflicts without using court
The tenants contacted a conciliation service to resolve the rent dispute.

Origin of conciliation

Latin, conciliare (to bring together)

Examples of conciliation in a sentence

  • The mediator's role was crucial in conciliation.
  • The parties agreed to conciliation to avoid a lengthy court battle.
  • Conciliation sessions were scheduled to help the disputing neighbors.
  • The committee focused on conciliation to resolve the internal disputes.
  • Conciliation was key in negotiating the labor agreement.

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  1. French:conciliation, réconciliation, ...
  2. German:Schlichtung, Versöhnung, ...
  3. Italian:conciliazione, ...
  4. Spanish:conciliación, armonización, ...
  5. Portuguese:conciliação, reconciliação, ...
  6. Chinese:调解, 争议调解, ...
  7. Japanese:調停, ...
  8. Arabic:مُصَالَحَة, تَوْفِيق, ...
  9. Hebrew:גִּישׁוּר, גִּשּׁוּר, ...
  10. Russian:примирение, медиация, ...
  11. Ukrainian:примирення, консиліація, ...
  12. Hindi:सुलह, समाधान, ...
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