Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

make-one's-peace

idiom

/meɪk wʌnz piːs/

Definition

To come to terms with something, to forgive or let go of a disagreement or conflict, or to achieve a resolution or tranquility regarding a situation.

Examples

After years of arguing, they finally decided to make their peace with each other.
He needed time to make his peace with the decision he had made.
Making her peace with the past allowed her to move forward in life.

Meaning

The phrase ‘make one’s peace’ is often used to indicate a reconciliatory process where an individual accepts or resolves their feelings about a conflict or disagreement.