irreconcilable — impossible to reconcile; incompatible
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: impossible to reconcile; incompatible
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈrekənsaɪləbəl/
Example Sentences
- Batman and the Joker have irreconcilable philosophical differences about justice.
- My love for pizza and my diet goals are completely irreconcilable.
- The two political parties held irreconcilable positions on healthcare reform.
irreconcilable
ADJECTIVE[/ɪˈrekənsaɪləbəl/]
impossible to reconcile; incompatible
a husband and wife sit at opposite ends of a table, both crossing their arms and turning away from each other. The mediator between them holds up papers while looking frustrated and exhausted. The couple refuses to even look at each other despite the mediator's gestures for them to communicate. Documents are scattered on the table showing failed attempts at compromise. The mediator shakes his head as both parties remain stubbornly positioned in opposite directions. two positions that are impossible to reconcile or make compatible
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'reconciliare' meaning 'to bring together again' or 'to restore harmony', with the negative prefix 'ir-' added to create the opposite meaning.
Breakdown
ir- (not/unable to) + re- (again/back) + concile (from Latin conciliare, to bring together) + -able (capable of being)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Batman and the Joker have irreconcilable philosophical differences about justice.”
“My love for pizza and my diet goals are completely irreconcilable.”
“The two political parties held irreconcilable positions on healthcare reform.”
“Their irreconcilable approaches to parenting caused constant arguments.”
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