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reconcile

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Verb — To restore a friendly relationship between people after a disagreement.

How to use reconcile

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reconcile differences reconcile accounts reconcile with someone

Etymology

From Latin reconciliare, built from re- ("again") and conciliare ("to bring together, unite") — the same root that gives us "council" and "conciliate."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reconcile” mean?

The word “reconcile” means to restore a friendly relationship between people after a disagreement. In plain terms, to patch up a relationship, make conflicting things fit together, or match up financial records.

How do you pronounce “reconcile”?

“Reconcile” is pronounced REH-kuhn-syl (/ˈɹɛkənˌsaɪl/ in IPA).

How do you use “reconcile” in a sentence?

Here is “reconcile” used in a sentence: “The two sisters reconciled after years of not speaking.”

What part of speech is “reconcile”?

“Reconcile” is a verb.

Where does the word “reconcile” come from?

The word “reconcile” comes from Latin. From Latin reconciliare, built from re- ("again") and conciliare ("to bring together, unite") — the same root that gives us "council" and "conciliate.".

Is “reconcile” a common word?

“Reconcile” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.

How many meanings does “reconcile” have?

“Reconcile” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to restore a friendly relationship between people after a disagreement.

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