Definition for UN-REC-ON-CIL'A-BLE

UN-REC-ON-CIL'A-BLE, a.

  1. That can not be reconciled; that can not be made consistent with; as, two unreconcilable propositions. [In this sense, irreconcilable is generally used.]
  2. Not reconcilable; not capable of being appeased; implacable. Shak.
  3. That can not be persuaded to lay aside enmity or opposition, and to become friendly or favorable; as, unreconcilable neighbors. [Irreconcilable is generally used.]

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