Irreconcilably: meaning, definitions and examples
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irreconcilably
[ ˌɪrɪˈkɒnsɪləbli ]
conflict situation
Irreconcilably refers to a state in which two or more parties or things cannot be made compatible or brought to agreement. It often describes relationships or situations where differences are so significant that resolution is impossible.
Synonyms
incompatibly, insurmountably, unreconcilably.
Examples of usage
- They stood irreconcilably opposed to each other's views.
- The two factions were irreconcilably divided on key issues.
- Their beliefs were irreconcilably different.
- The couple found themselves irreconcilably apart after years of conflict.
Translations
Translations of the word "irreconcilably" in other languages:
🇵🇹 irreconciliavelmente
🇮🇳 असहमति से
🇩🇪 unversöhnlich
🇮🇩 tak dapat didamaikan
🇺🇦 незаперечно
🇵🇱 niezgodnie
🇯🇵 調和できない形で
🇫🇷 irréconciliablement
🇪🇸 irreconciliablemente
🇹🇷 uzlaşmaz bir şekilde
🇰🇷 조정할 수 없게
🇸🇦 بشكل غير قابل للتوفيق
🇨🇿 nesmiřitelně
🇸🇰 nezmieriteľne
🇨🇳 不可调和地
🇸🇮 neusklajeno
🇮🇸 ósaðnaðar
🇰🇿 татуласуға болмайтын
🇬🇪 შერიგების გარეშე
🇦🇿 barışmaz şəkildə
🇲🇽 irreconciliablemente
Etymology
The word 'irreconcilably' is derived from the root word 'reconcile,' which comes from the Latin 'reconciliare,' meaning 'to bring together again.' The prefix 'ir-' is added to indicate negation or absence, conveying the idea of not being able to reconcile or resolve differences. The term has evolved in English usage since the late 19th century, often appearing in contexts related to conflicts, disagreements, and relationships that are unable to reach a common ground. It has been used in legal, social, and political discussions to emphasize the permanent nature of some disputes.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #36,648, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.