Reconciliate: meaning, definitions and examples
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reconciliate
[ ˌrɛkənˈsaɪliˌeɪt ]
in relationships
To reconcile or make amends with someone; to restore friendly relations; to bring harmony and agreement between parties.
Synonyms
make amends, make peace, reconcile, restore relations.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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reconciliate |
Used in formal or literary contexts to describe the process of bringing people with differences back to a state of unity or agreement.
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reconcile |
Used in both formal and informal contexts, often to describe bringing differing or opposing sides into harmony.
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make amends |
Used when someone wants to correct a mistake or wrongdoing, often in a personal or informal setting.
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restore relations |
Typically used in a formal or diplomatic context to describe bringing relationships back to a positive state after a period of estrangement or conflict.
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make peace |
Commonly used in casual or everyday language to describe resolving disputes or conflicts between people.
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Examples of usage
- He decided to reconciliate with his best friend after their argument.
- After years of feuding, the two families finally reconciliated.
- She hopes to reconciliate with her estranged sister.
- The couple sought counseling to help them reconciliate.
- Through open communication, they were able to reconciliate their differences.
Translations
Translations of the word "reconciliate" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reconciliar
🇮🇳 सुलह करना
🇩🇪 versöhnen
🇮🇩 mendamaikan
🇺🇦 примиряти
🇵🇱 pogodzić
🇯🇵 和解させる (wakei saseru)
🇫🇷 réconcilier
🇪🇸 reconciliar
🇹🇷 barıştırmak
🇰🇷 화해시키다 (hwahaesikida)
🇸🇦 التوفيق بين (altawfiq bayn)
🇨🇿 usmířit
🇸🇰 zmieriť
🇨🇳 和解 (héjiě)
🇸🇮 spraviti
🇮🇸 sætta
🇰🇿 татуластыру
🇬🇪 შერიგება (sherigeba)
🇦🇿 barışdırmaq
🇲🇽 reconciliar
Etymology
The word 'reconciliate' has Latin origins, deriving from the word 'reconciliatus' which means 'made good again'. The concept of reconciliation has been important in human relationships throughout history, with many cultures emphasizing the importance of resolving conflicts and restoring harmony. The act of reconciliating has been seen as a noble and mature way of handling disputes, promoting forgiveness and understanding.
See also: conciliate, conciliator, conciliatory.