Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
come-to-terms-with
Phrase
/kʌm tuː tɜːrmz wɪð/
Definition
To reach an agreement or understanding about something, often after a period of negotiation or difficulty.
Examples
- After months of denial, she finally managed to come to terms with her new job responsibilities.
- It took him a while to come to terms with the loss of his childhood home.
- They are working to come to terms with the changes in the company.
Meaning
To accept or deal with a difficult situation or reality.
Synonyms
- Accept
- Confront
- Reconcile
- Resign oneself to
