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conciliation Synonyms

Another word for conciliation

Choosing another word for conciliation depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The action or process of ending a disagreement, overcoming distrust, or soothing anger to restore friendly relations.

Usage Example

"The diplomat's speech was a gesture of reconciliation aimed at easing tensions between the two neighboring nations."

Strongest
reconciliation
pacification
Strong
placation
rapprochement
appeasement
propitiation
peacemaking
mollification

• noun (Context 2)

An alternative dispute resolution process in which an impartial third party assists disputing parties in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement by offering non-binding proposals.

Usage Example

"Both the labor union and management agreed to enter into formal mediation before considering a strike."

Strongest
mediation
Strong
negotiation
arbitration
Weak
settlement

Opposites of conciliation

The opposite of conciliation shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

alienation
estrangement
provocation
antagonism
litigation
confrontation
hostility
See all opposites of conciliation

• Nearby Words

conch
concierge
conciliate
conciliation
conciliator
conciliatory
concise

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Conciliation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/conciliation
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