reconciliate

[ rek-uhn-sil-ee-eyt ]

verb (used with or without object)

, rec·on·cil·i·at·ed, rec·on·cil·i·at·ing.

1. reconcile.

Word History and Origins

Origin of reconciliate¹

First recorded in 1715–25; back formation from reconciliation

Example Sentences

“The sister arrangement between the two parks related to the beginning and end of the war will be a proof that mankind, despite making the mistake of waging a war, can come to senses and reconciliate and pursue peace,” Matsui said.

From Seattle Times

Lorenzo unites the lovers, hoping hereby to reconciliate the hostile houses of the Montagus and the Capulets.

From Project Gutenberg

"Mr. Johnson," said I, "I do, indeed, come from Scotland, but I cannot help it"--meaning this as light pleasantry to reconciliate him.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• accommodate
• assimilate
• blend
• combine
• conform
• consolidate
• coordinate
• desegregate
• fuse
• harmonize
• incorporate
• join
• link
• mesh
• organize
• unify
• unite