Synonyms for

Reconciliation

Verb / ˌrekʌˌnsɪli:ˈeɪʃʌn / Another word for reconciliation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Reconciliation is the act of making up with someone or making peace after a disagreement.

Synonyms & similar words

rapprochement balancing harmony agreement resolution settlement compromise conciliation understanding accord harmonization reunification reuniting pacification amity consensus rapprochement appeasement peace truce detente mending

Synonyms by register

Formal

restoration reunification amity accord

Informal

making up patching things up burying the hatchet

Literary

concord reunion

Antonyms

conflict disagreement estrangement discord hostility separation feud

Common collocations

  • reconciliation process
  • reconciliation efforts
  • reconciliation agreement
  • reconciliation talks
  • reconciliation period
  • national reconciliation
  • political reconciliation

Word family

noun reconciliation
verb reconcile
adjective reconciliatory
adverb reconciliatorily

Usage note

Reconciliation often implies restoring friendly relations after a conflict or disagreement. It can be used in personal, political, or even mathematical contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The two countries made a reconciliation after being at war for years.
  2. After a big fight, the siblings had a reconciliation and apologized to each other.
  3. The couple went to marriage counseling to work on their reconciliation.
  4. The politician promised to work towards reconciliation with the opposing party.
  5. The company had a reconciliation with its former employees and settled the dispute.

Quotes

  • Reconciliation is not a matter of ignoring our differences; it is a matter of recognizing our commonalities. - Barbara Jordan
  • Reconciliation should be accompanied by justice, otherwise it will not last. - Desmond Tutu
  • Reconciliation is a deep practice that we can do with our listening and our mindful speech. - Thich Nhat Hanh

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