conciliate

/kɒnsɪˈleɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to make (two people or groups) agree or stop arguing, or to make someone feel more friendly or less angry

“The diplomat worked hard to conciliate the two countries after the dispute.”

2. noun

the act of making (two people or groups) agree or stop arguing, or the state of being friendly or less angry

“The conciliation process was successful in resolving the issue.”

Synonyms

  • appease
  • mediate
  • reconcile

Antonyms

  • exasperate
  • incite