conciliabule

/kɒnsɪˈlɑɪbjuːl/

Definitions

1. noun

a private meeting or conference, especially one with a conspiratorial or clandestine purpose

“The politicians’ conciliabule in the backroom led to a dramatic shift in policy.”

2. noun

a small group of people, especially with a common interest or purpose

“The writers’ conciliabule at the coffee shop spawned a new literary movement.”

Synonyms

  • cabal
  • confederation
  • gathering

Antonyms

  • openness
  • publicity