Conciliate

usgb/kənˈsɪlieɪt/
verb

To make someone less angry or more friendly towards you, especially by being kind and understanding towards them.

He tried to conciliate the angry woman by offering her a seat.
Visual representation of "conciliate" - To make someone less angry or more friendly towards you, especially by being kind and understanding towards them.

Often appears as...

  • conciliate differences
  • conciliate someone's anger
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Emotionally Charged

Used when dealing with emotions, to calm someone down or improve relations.

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After the argument, he sought to conciliate his brother with a heartfelt apology.
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Personal Relationships

Often applies to personal conflicts, showing understanding or kindness.

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She gave her friend a gift to conciliate her after the misunderstanding.
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Conciliatory Tone

Adopting a gentle and sympathetic tone can be part of conciliating.

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His conciliatory tone helped to ease the tension during negotiations.
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