CEFR C1

conciliate

verb

Meaning

To stop someone from being angry or discontented; to pacify or placate.

Examples

The manager tried to conciliate the angry customer by offering a full refund.
It was difficult to conciliate the two opposing factions after their heated debate.

Synonyms: pacify, placate, appease, reconcile

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conciliate (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kənˈsɪliˌeɪt/

Definition

To stop someone from being angry or discontented; to pacify or placate.

Examples

The manager tried to conciliate the angry customer by offering a full refund.
It was difficult to conciliate the two opposing factions after their heated debate.
Her calm words helped to conciliate the upset child and stop their crying.

How to Use conciliate

conciliate someone (collocation): To make someone less angry or more friendly. — "Her gentle approach was effective in conciliating the agitated crowd."
conciliate with (prepositional phrase): To make peace or come to an agreement with someone. — "He tried to conciliate with his former business partner after their disagreement."

Synonyms of conciliate

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Antonyms of conciliate

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