Settle

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛtəl/

Definitions of settle

verb to establish or resolve something, to come to rest or a decision

Example Sentences

A1 I want to settle down in a quiet town.

A2 After a long day at work, I like to settle in with a good book.

B1 It took a while, but eventually we were able to settle our differences.

B2 After much negotiation, they were able to settle on a price for the house.

C1 The dispute between the two companies was settled out of court.

C2 She finally settled on a career path that she was passionate about.

Examples of settle in a Sentence

formal After much negotiation, the two parties were able to settle on a fair agreement.

informal I think I'll settle for the chicken sandwich instead of the burger.

slang I'm just looking to settle down with someone special.

figurative The dust began to settle after the heated argument.

Grammatical Forms of settle

• past tense: settled
• plural: settles
• comparative: more settled
• superlative: most settled
• present tense: settles
• future tense: will settle
• perfect tense: has settled
• continuous tense: is settling
• singular: settler
• positive degree: settled
• infinitive: settle
• gerund: settling
• participle: settling

Origin and Evolution of settle

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'settle' originated from Old English 'setlan' meaning to place in a secure or permanent position.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'settle' evolved to encompass various meanings such as to establish a home, to resolve a dispute, or to come to rest.