Reconcile

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛk.ən.saɪl/

Definitions of reconcile

verb to make compatible or consistent

Example Sentences

A1 I need to reconcile my bank statement with my receipts.

A2 She tried to reconcile with her friend after their argument.

B1 It can be difficult to reconcile conflicting opinions within a group.

B2 The therapist helped them reconcile their differences and work through their issues.

C1 The politician tried to reconcile the needs of the people with the demands of the economy.

C2 After years of estrangement, they were finally able to reconcile and rebuild their relationship.

Examples of reconcile in a Sentence

formal It is important to reconcile any discrepancies in the financial records.

informal They need to reconcile their differences before they can move forward.

slang I'm trying to reconcile with my ex, but it's complicated.

figurative It can be challenging to reconcile your past with your present self.

Grammatical Forms of reconcile

• past tense: reconciled
• plural: reconciles
• comparative: more reconciling
• superlative: most reconciling
• present tense: reconcile
• future tense: will reconcile
• perfect tense: have reconciled
• continuous tense: is reconciling
• singular: reconcile
• positive degree: reconcile
• infinitive: to reconcile
• gerund: reconciling
• participle: reconciling

Origin and Evolution of reconcile

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'reconcile' originated from the Latin word 'reconciliare', which is derived from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and 'conciliare' meaning 'to bring together'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'reconcile' has evolved to encompass not only the act of bringing together conflicting parties or ideas, but also the act of making peace with oneself or coming to terms with a situation.