eirenicon

/ aɪˈriːnɪˌkɒn /

noun

1. a proposition that attempts to harmonize conflicting viewpoints

Word History and Origins

Origin of eirenicon¹

C19: from Greek, from eirēnikos of or concerning peace, from eirēnē peace

Example Sentences

In October 1534, however, Helgesen issued an eirenicon in which he attempted to reconcile the two contending confessions.

From Project Gutenberg

This intended Eirenicon involved him in controversies that lasted for years.

From Project Gutenberg

In the first place, this chapter is an eirenicon, intended to consign to oblivion the divisions and feuds of the Chosen People.

From Project Gutenberg

We must first, however, speak of a work put forth by Dr. Pusey as a sequel or a companion to the "Eirenicon."

From Project Gutenberg