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reconciliation Synonyms

Another word for reconciliation

Choosing another word for reconciliation depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The restoration of friendly relations and harmony between people or groups after an estrangement, dispute, or conflict.

Usage Example

"Years of patient dialogue finally led to a genuine rapprochement between the two estranged brothers."

Strongest
rapprochement
Strong
reunion
conciliation
peacemaking
settlement
resolution
detente
Weak
appeasement

• noun (Context 2)

The action of making two or more seemingly incompatible beliefs, facts, or propositions consistent and compatible with one another.

Usage Example

"The philosopher devoted her latest book to the harmonization of moral responsibility with scientific determinism."

Strongest
harmonization
Strong
synthesis
integration
alignment
compromise
accommodation

• noun (Context 3)

In accounting, the process of comparing two sets of financial records to ensure their figures are in agreement and to resolve any discrepancies.

Usage Example

"The finance team performs a thorough bank balancing at the end of every month to verify all outgoing payments."

Strong
balancing
settlement
audit
verification

Opposites of reconciliation

The opposite of reconciliation shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

estrangement
alienation
contradiction
incompatibility
feud
conflict
hostility
discord
See all opposites of reconciliation

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Reconciliation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/reconciliation
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