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réconciliation

reconciliation

noun reh-kohn-see-lya-SYOHN Rare
People & Society Relationships

Origin: Latin reconciliatio

Usage Note

Réconciliation describes the restoration of a relationship after conflict, whether between people, groups, or nations. The verb form is se réconcilier avec someone. In a political or post-conflict context, un processus de réconciliation refers to a peace or healing process.

Examples

"Leur réconciliation a surpris tout le monde."

Natural Translation

Their reconciliation surprised everyone.

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