conciliatory

adjective

kən-ˈsil-yə-ˌtȯr-ē How to pronounce conciliatory (audio)
Definition of conciliatorynext
as in placatory
tending to lessen or avoid conflict or hostility eased the tension with conciliatory remarks

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Recent Examples of conciliatory Bilton attempted to set a conciliatory tone at Monday's meeting — his first with the show. — David Folkenflik, NPR, 3 June 2026 While several ambitious Democratic governors emerged as leading voices of opposition to the administration, Whitmer adopted a more conciliatory approach, emphasizing cooperation with the White House on issues affecting Michigan. — Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 31 May 2026 Shange’s rainbow assemblage manages to be confrontational and conciliatory through a confessional accumulation that collapses poetry, movement, and ritual into a single and ever-changing event. — Literary Hub, 29 May 2026 Sporting director Matt Hobbs initially moved to calm things down, holding conciliatory meetings with the management to draw the sting from the situation. — Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for conciliatory
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conciliatory
  1. benevolent
  2. soothing
  3. peaceful
  4. kind
  5. comforting
  6. pacific
  7. gentle
  8. calming
Adjective
  • In Chinese mythology, for example, dragons are revered as powerful, benevolent beings associated with rain, rivers, and fertility.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026
  • His single mom, Laura, got by with assistance from the local church and benevolent relatives, including one who bought Warner football cleats.
    — Dan Pompei, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of benevolent
Adjective
  • Meanwhile, the in-cabin activities were equally soothing, with meditative coloring books, cards, board games, a yoga mat, and on-the-nose books about getting lost in nature’s beauty.
    — Madeline Bilis, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Getting organized is emotionally soothing as the moon and Mercury harmonize.
    — USA TODAY, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of soothing
Adjective
  • This peaceful apartment sits on the first floor of an authentic Basque house and is ideal for a couple traveling alone (or with a child).
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 31 July 2026
  • Kim Kardashian is enjoying some peaceful time on the lake with her family this summer.
    — Meg Walters, InStyle, 31 July 2026
Definition of peaceful
Adjective
  • Thank you to everyone who’s sent kind messages about the show so far!
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • In recent years and as online culture changed, Hilton toned down his public attacks and appeared to embrace fatherhood and adopt a kinder public persona, even integrating more family-friendly content on his site.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of kind
Adjective
  • While on vacation, eating a comforting hotel breakfast helps start your day off right.
    — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Most of the album proceeds at a lazy ramble, a blend of the comforting countrypolitian and the folky wanderlust of the progressive country of the late ’60s.
    — Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Pitchfork, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of comforting
Adjective
  • National Aquarium cams The National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland, operates a series of cameras of marine animals, including reef sharks, jellyfish and fish in a Pacific coral reef.
    — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 1 June 2026
  • These conditions tend to suppress Atlantic hurricane development, whereas the eastern and central Pacific hurricane seasons are typically more active during strong El Niño events.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 1 June 2026
Definition of pacific
Adjective
  • The Appolia collection is made with scratch-resistant enamel and resilient ceramic for gentle, even cooking that brings out flavors.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • When a rogue asteroid hurtles toward Earth on short notice, gentle gravitational nudges and kinetic bumps won’t save the day.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of gentle
Adjective
  • The songs on the album felt like intricate lullabies with a beautiful, calming, druggy sweetness to them.
    — Liza Lentini, SPIN, 31 July 2026
  • Cherries and bananas rank among the most calming foods to eat before bed.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 23, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026
Definition of calming

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