Here's a breakdown:
* Placate: To calm or soothe someone who is angry or upset.
* Appease: To satisfy or pacify someone by giving them what they want.
Examples:
* "The government made a conciliatory gesture by offering tax breaks." This suggests the government was trying to calm public anger or dissatisfaction.
* "Her conciliatory tone helped to defuse the situation." This means her voice and manner were calming and helped to ease the tension.
* "The company took a conciliatory approach to the dispute, offering to negotiate." This means they were trying to resolve the conflict peacefully and avoid further escalation.
Synonyms:
* Reconciliatory
* Appeasing
* Pacifying
* Compromising
* Diplomatic
* Accommodating
Antonyms:
* Confrontational
* Aggressive
* Hostile
* Belligerent