reconcile

verb

ˈre-kən-ˌsī(-ə)l How to pronounce reconcile (audio)
Definition of reconcilenext
as in to coordinate
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences historians have never been able to reconcile the two eyewitness accounts of the battle

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How does the verb reconcile contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of reconcile are accommodate, adapt, adjust, and conform. While all these words mean "to bring one thing into correspondence with another," reconcile implies the demonstration of the underlying compatibility of things that seem to be incompatible.

tried to reconcile what he said with what I knew

When might accommodate be a better fit than reconcile?

The words accommodate and reconcile can be used in similar contexts, but accommodate may suggest yielding or compromising to effect a correspondence.

accommodated his political beliefs in order to win

When could adapt be used to replace reconcile?

Although the words adapt and reconcile have much in common, adapt implies a modification according to changing circumstances.

adapted themselves to the warmer climate

When can adjust be used instead of reconcile?

While in some cases nearly identical to reconcile, adjust suggests bringing into a close and exact correspondence or harmony such as exists between parts of a mechanism.

adjusted the budget to allow for inflation

In what contexts can conform take the place of reconcile?

While the synonyms conform and reconcile are close in meaning, conform applies to bringing into accordance with a pattern, example, or principle.

refused to conform to society's values

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Recent Examples of reconcile Task agents automate repetitive tasks, such as screening resumes or reconciling invoices. —Umair Javed, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025 The raffle winner will be announced as soon as the tickets have been reconciled, Mr. Kounou said, adding that a property transfer in Ireland typically takes up to eight weeks. —Lana Bortolot, New York Times, 20 May 2025 The actress went on to reconcile with Mickey several months before Hargitay’s birth in 1964. —Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2025 Education budget bills headed to a conference committee to reconcile differences between the House and Senate versions will preserve the benefit, which DFLers granted in 2023. —Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 18 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for reconcile
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconcile
  1. coordinate
  2. integrate
  3. combine
  4. adapt
  5. harmonize
  6. merge
  7. align
  8. conform
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  • These professionals manage risk, work to tight deadlines, instruct and assess others, and coordinate across teams in high-pressure environments.
    — Nicholas Wyman, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
  • From Celestial Blue to Butter Yellow, with 13 unique color choices, coordinating or matching the color and style of a bedroom is easy with the variation in color palette.
    — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 30 May 2025
Definition of coordinate
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  • The New Reality of AI in the Workplace Today, many AI tools are integrated straight into almost every SaaS application.
    — Maria Williams, USA Today, 24 May 2025
  • The resort’s longevity program integrates the Mylife Changer method and anti-inflammatory metabolic program that targets detoxifying and cell-regeneration treatments, biohacking and movement.
    — Emily Burns, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
Definition of integrate
Verb
  • Recognizing this reality, Mexico has developed an innovative consular model that combines diplomacy, a humanitarian approach and direct action for the benefit of its population abroad.
    — Alicia G Kerber Palma, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2025
  • Whisk egg and 2 teaspoons water in a small bowl until combined; brush top of pastry with egg mixture.
    — Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 29 May 2025
Definition of combine
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  • This essay is adapted from Jonathan Zittrain’s forthcoming book on humanity simultaneously gaining power and losing control.
    — Jonathan L. Zittrain, The Atlantic, 21 May 2025
  • Excerpt adapted from Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman’s OpenAI, by Karen Hao.
    — Karen Hao, Wired News, 21 May 2025
Definition of adapt
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  • The Eagles, of course, are famously a band for whom harmonizing with the boys brought a certain amount of happiness, but never enough to quell inter-band animosity.
    — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 22 May 2025
  • The red planet is harmonizing with charming Venus in your ninth house of self-discovery and exploration.
    — Valerie Mesa, People.com, 22 May 2025
Definition of harmonize
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  • So much water flows down the mountain that Tudy Creek — normally about 4 feet across — swells and merges with another creek to form a violent river that rages down the road between them.
    — Jennifer Berry Hawes, ProPublica, 19 May 2025
  • Things began falling apart when the team tried merging Siri’s old code with the new one.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 19 May 2025
Definition of merge
Verb
  • Many organizations focus specifically on empowering women to take control of their health and well-being, offering community support and resources that align with feminist principles.
    — Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 1 June 2025
  • February 2025 The World: The full moon in your sign on February 12 marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another, inviting you to step into a version of yourself that’s fully aligned with your truth.
    — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 June 2025
Definition of align
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  • Due to its enormous economy and population, automakers have conformed to California’s rules.
    — Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025
  • Many of these clothes are displayed on models whose bodies conform to (and are sometimes edited to promote) hyper-idealized body standards.
    — Lila Shroff, The Atlantic, 22 May 2025
Definition of conform

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