Definition

To try to make someone less angry or hostile, or to bring people together after a disagreement.

Example

She tried to conciliate her friends after their argument by apologizing and offering to help.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think we need to conciliate after that argument we had.

Yeah, I agree. It wasn't worth ruining our friendship over.

Maybe we can grab coffee and talk things out?

Sounds good! A chat always helps to clear the air.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Conciliate is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "calere" (meaning to be warm). The word originally described the act of bringing people together in a warm or friendly manner, often to resolve differences or disputes.

Memory Tip

Think of bringing people 'together' ('con-') in a 'warm' way ('calere') to resolve their differences — that's what conciliate means.

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