Meaning of the word reconciliation in English

What does reconciliation mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

reconciliation

US /ˌrek.ənˌsɪl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌrek.ənˌsɪl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the restoration of friendly relations

Example:
After years of conflict, they finally achieved reconciliation.
The peace talks aimed at national reconciliation.
2.

the action of making one account consistent with another

Example:
The accountant performed a bank reconciliation to check for discrepancies.
Data reconciliation is crucial for accurate financial reporting.
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