| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| confidentiality | an agreement that prevents either side from talking about the agreement in public | "I'm sorry but our confidentiality agreement prevents me from answering your questions in detail." |
| equivalent | a proposed agreement that is different from, but equal in value to, a previous proposal | "We can't agree to that proposal, but here we would like to suggest an equivalent package for you to consider." |
| facilitation | a process where people, called facilitators, try to make it easier for two people to reach an agreement | "You may not reach a better agreement with facilitation, but you will reach an agreement faster." |
| final agreement | the results of the negotiation that everyone agrees to put into action | "After six long months, we now have a final agreement." |
| good faith | being honest about your intentions | "If we negotiate in good faith, we are sure to reach an agreement eventually." |