Appeasement is used as a derogatory word to attack individuals and policies seeking to avoid conflict. A policy of appeasement may be entered into with the best of intentions but will fail to as it is construed as a sign of weakness.
The furore generated by the bishops of the Church of England over gay marriage is an example of the failure of a policy of appeasement (perhaps you prefer compromise).
Supporters of gay marriage regard the proposed blessing of individuals in such marriages as a sop to church 'traditionalists' whilst the latter believe the proposals will lead to the church eventually authorising gay marriage.
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