reconcile
//ˈrɛkənˌsaɪl//
Verb
reconcileInfinitive
reconcilePresent tense
reconciledPast tense
reconciledPast participle
reconcilingPresent participle
reconcilesThird-person singular
1
To restore friendly relations between people or groups after a conflict or disagreement.
The mediator helped reconcile the two families after years of conflict.
2
To make two or more seemingly conflicting things compatible or consistent with each other.
It is difficult to reconcile work and family life.
3
To accept or come to terms with something unpleasant or unwanted.
She had to reconcile herself to the fact that she would never see him again.
4
To check and adjust financial accounts to ensure they are accurate and consistent.
I need to reconcile my bank statement with my records every month.