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- [in-i-luhk-tuh-buh l]
- /ˌɪn ɪˈlʌk tə bəl/
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- [in-i-luhk-tuh-buh l]
- /ˌɪn ɪˈlʌk tə bəl/
Definitions of ineluctably word
- adjective ineluctably incapable of being evaded; inescapable: an ineluctable destiny. Synonyms: inevitable, unavoidable, irrevocable, unpreventable, unstoppable, inexorable. Antonyms: certain, sure, fated. 1
- noun ineluctably In an ineluctable manner. 1
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Origin of ineluctably
First appearance:
before 1615 One of the 41% oldest English words
1615-25; < Latin inēluctābilis, equivalent to in- in-3 + ēluctā(rī) to force a way out or over, surmount (ē- e-1 + luctārī to wrestle) + -bilis -ble
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Parts of speech for Ineluctably
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ineluctably popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 61% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 59% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for ineluctably
adv ineluctably
- naturally — in a natural or normal manner.
- unquestionably — not open to question; beyond doubt or dispute; indisputable; undeniable; certain: an unquestionable fact.
- undoubtedly — not called in question; accepted as beyond doubt; undisputed.
- accordingly — You use accordingly to introduce a fact or situation which is a result or consequence of something that you have just referred to.
- consequently — Consequently means as a result.
Antonyms for ineluctably
adv ineluctably
- doubtfully — of uncertain outcome or result.
- questionably — of doubtful propriety, honesty, morality, respectability, etc.: questionable activities; in questionable taste.
- unnecessarily — not necessary or essential; needless; unessential.
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