conciliate

UK /ˌkənˈsɪlieɪt/ US /ˌkənˈsɪlieɪt/
verb 4

Definitions

verb

1

To acquire, to procure.

Frankneſs and openneſs conciliate confidence. We truſt the man who ſeems willing to truſt us.

2

To reconcile (discordant theories, demands etc.); to make compatible, bring together.

It must surely then happen, to a much greater degree, in a great nation, whose government is suddenly dissolved by the resolution of the people; and which, in taking a new form, has so many jarring interests to conciliate […].

3

To make calm and content, or regain the goodwill of; to placate; to propitiate.

`Surely, my father,' I answered courteously, feeling certain that I should do well to conciliate this ancient Mammon of Unrighteousness.

4

To mediate in a dispute.

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