Reconcile
Verb
Definition: To restore friendly relations between people or groups; settle a quarrel or dispute.
Definition: To make (two apparently conflicting things) compatible or consistent.
Synonyms: Resolve, Mediate, Appease, Harmonize
Antonyms: Provoke, Worsen, Aggravate
- They managed to reconcile their differences and become friends again.
- It is important to reconcile the conflicting needs of work and family.
- "Reconcile" sounds like "reconnect," which implies restoring a connection or relationship.
- Think of "reconcile" as "re-consile," where "sile" sounds like "smile," which can represent restoring harmony.
Etymology:
Middle English 'reconcilen', from Latin 'reconciliare', from 're-' (again) + 'conciliare' (to bring together, unite).
Historical Usage:The word has been used in English since the 14th century in the sense of restoring friendly relations or resolving differences.
Related Idioms:
"Reconcile oneself to"
Explanation:To accept a difficult or unpleasant situation without complaint or resistance.
Misconceptions:
Confusing 'reconcile' with 'reconcilement' or 'reconciliation'.
Explanation:'Reconcile' is a verb, while 'reconcilement' and 'reconciliation' are nouns referring to the result or process of reconciling.