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Definition of conciliator

conciliator

/kənˈsɪl.i.eɪ.tɚ/
con · cil · i · a · tor
Adverb:conciliatorily
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Plural:conciliators
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Adjective:conciliatory
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conciliator Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who acts as a mediator between two disputing people or groups to restore harmony, goodwill, or agreement; a peacemaker.

Example

"During the tense labor negotiations, an experienced conciliator was brought in to help management and the union reach a fair compromise."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In formal dispute resolution, a conciliator differs slightly from a mediator by often taking a more proactive role in proposing specific solutions or settlement terms, whereas an arbitrator holds legal authority to impose a binding decision.

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concierge
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conciliation
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concise
concisely

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Latin conciliator ('one who unites or wins over'), an agent noun from conciliare ('to bring together, unite in feeling, make friendly'), which derives from concilium ('council, assembly').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Conciliator. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/conciliator
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