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- [in-ek-ser-uh-buh l]
- /ɪnˈɛk sər ə bəl/
- /ɪˈnek.sər.ə.bl̩/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-ek-ser-uh-buh l]
- /ɪnˈɛk sər ə bəl/
Definitions of inexorable word
- adjective inexorable unyielding; unalterable: inexorable truth; inexorable justice. 1
- adjective inexorable not to be persuaded, moved, or affected by prayers or entreaties: an inexorable creditor. 1
- noun inexorable Impossible to stop or prevent. 1
- adjective inexorable impossible to persuade 1
- adjective inexorable You use inexorable to describe a process which cannot be prevented from continuing or progressing. 0
- adjective inexorable not able to be moved by entreaty or persuasion 0
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Origin of inexorable
First appearance:
before 1545 One of the 30% oldest English words
From the Latin word inexōrābilis, dating back to 1545-55. See in-3, exorable
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Parts of speech for Inexorable
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inexorable popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for inexorable
adj inexorable
- implacable — not to be appeased, mollified, or pacified; inexorable: an implacable enemy.
- unrelenting — not relenting; not yielding or swerving in determination or resolution, as of or from opinions, convictions, ambitions, ideals, etc.; inflexible: an unrelenting opponent of the Equal Rights Amendment.
- inescapable — incapable of being escaped, ignored, or avoided; ineluctable: inescapable responsibilities.
- relentless — that does not relent; unyieldingly severe, strict, or harsh; unrelenting: a relentless enemy.
- merciless — without mercy; having or showing no mercy; pitiless; cruel: a merciless critic.
adjective inexorable
- unstoppable — that cannot be stopped or surpassed; unbeatable: an unstoppable ball team.
- inevitable — unable to be avoided, evaded, or escaped; certain; necessary: an inevitable conclusion.
- unavoidable — unable to be avoided; inevitable: an unavoidable delay.
- unchangeable — liable to change or to be changed; variable.
- pitiless — feeling or showing no pity; merciless: pitiless criticism of his last novel.
Antonyms for inexorable
adj inexorable
- kind — of a good or benevolent nature or disposition, as a person: a kind and loving person.
- merciful — full of mercy; characterized by, expressing, or showing mercy; compassionate: a merciful God.
- lenient — agreeably tolerant; permissive; indulgent: He tended to be lenient toward the children. More lenient laws encouraged greater freedom of expression.
- remorseful — full of remorse.
- nice — pleasing; agreeable; delightful: a nice visit.
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