conciliation

(noun)

noun

1. the state of manifesting goodwill and cooperation after being reconciled

- there was a brief period of conciliation but the fighting soon resumed

Definition categories: state, peace

2. any of various forms of mediation whereby disputes may be settled short of arbitration

Definition categories: communication, mediation

3. the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity

Similar word(s): placation, propitiation

Definition categories: act, appeasement, calming