irreconcilable
/i'rekənsailəbl/
Definition
Adjective: - Impossible to reconcile or bring into agreement: Describes differences, conflicts, or positions that are so fundamentally opposed that they cannot be resolved, harmonized, or made compatible. - Incompatible to the point of being unchangeable: Refers to ideas, beliefs, or demands that are mutually exclusive and cannot coexist or be satisfied simultaneously.
Usage
The adjective "irreconcilable" is used to describe a state of permanent disagreement or opposition. It is most commonly applied to abstract concepts like differences, views, or conflicts, rather than physical objects. It often appears in formal, legal, or academic contexts.
Examples
- The peace talks failed due to the irreconcilable demands of the two nations.
- Their political philosophies were fundamentally irreconcilable.
- The couple cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their divorce.
Advanced Usage
- "Irreconcilable with": Used to state that one thing cannot be made compatible with another.
- His actions are irreconcilable with his stated principles.
- "Irreconcilable conflict": A fixed phrase emphasizing a dispute that cannot be settled.
- The case was dismissed due to an irreconcilable conflict of interest.
Variants and Related Words
- Irreconcilability (noun): The quality or state of being irreconcilable.
- The irreconcilability of their goals led to the project's cancellation.
- Irreconcilably (adverb): In an irreconcilable manner.
- The two accounts of the event differ irreconcilably.
Synonyms
- Incompatible: Not able to exist or work together in harmony.
- Inconsistent: Not staying the same throughout; containing elements that conflict.
- Incongruous: Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects.
- Intractable: Hard to control or deal with; stubborn.
Antonyms
- Reconcilable: Capable of being reconciled or made compatible.
- Compatible: Able to exist or occur together without conflict.
- Harmonious: Forming a pleasing or consistent whole; free from disagreement.
Adjective
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impossible to reconcile
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irreconcilable differences
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