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Inconceivably: meaning, definitions and examples

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inconceivably

 

[ɪnkənˈsiːvəbli ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adverb

used to describe something that is impossible to imagine or believe

Inconceivably means in a way that is impossible to imagine or believe. It is used to emphasize the extreme nature of a situation or event.

Synonyms

impossibly, unbelievably, unimaginably.

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Word Description / Examples
inconceivably

Used to describe something that is beyond the limits of what one can easily imagine or grasp.

  • The plot twist in the movie was inconceivably clever.
  • The complexity of the universe is inconceivably vast.
unbelievably

Indicates something that is so extraordinary or surprising that it is hard to believe.

  • The magician's tricks were unbelievably amazing.
  • She is unbelievably talented at playing the piano.
impossibly

Refers to a situation or task that cannot be done or achieved, often used in the context of difficulty or improbability.

  • The mountain was impossibly tall for the climbers.
  • The task seemed impossibly difficult to complete in one day.
unimaginably

Describes something so extreme or unique that it is hard to imagine or comprehend.

  • The devastation caused by the earthquake was unimaginably severe.
  • The athlete's performance was unimaginably good, breaking all previous records.

Examples of usage

  • It was inconceivably hot in the desert.
  • She had inconceivably good luck that day.
  • The amount of work he accomplished in a day was inconceivably large.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • Derived from the Latin 'inconcipabilis', meaning 'not able to be conceived'.
  • The prefix 'in-' means 'not', while 'conceive' comes from a root that means 'to take in or imagine'.
  • The word has been in use since the late 17th century to describe ideas or situations beyond comprehension.

Science

  • In quantum physics, certain phenomena occur inconceivably, defying everyday experience of reality.
  • The concept of infinity in mathematics is often described as inconceivable, as it goes beyond finite understanding.
  • Some theories in cosmology propose events that are inconceivably vast, such as the Big Bang, which created the universe.

Literature

  • Writers often use the term to evoke feelings of disbelief in characters facing extraordinary circumstances.
  • In fantastical literature, inconceivable creatures or landscapes challenge characters’ perceptions of reality.
  • The phrase 'inconceivably beautiful' is often used in poetry to accentuate extreme beauty that transcends ordinary description.

Pop Culture

  • Movies often feature plot twists that leave audiences saying, 'That’s inconceivable!' to emphasize surprise.
  • Famous quotes like 'Inconceivable!' from 'The Princess Bride' highlight moments of disbelief in a humorous way.
  • In video games, challenges are occasionally labeled as inconceivable to invoke a sense of extreme difficulty.

Psychology

  • The human brain struggles to process events that are inconceivable due to cognitive dissonance.
  • Traumatic experiences may result in inconceivable reactions, where individuals find it hard to grasp their emotions.
  • Situational inconceivability can lead to an individual's sense of helplessness, impacting mental health.

Translations

Translations of the word "inconceivably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inconcebivelmente

🇮🇳 अकल्पनीय ढंग से

🇩🇪 unvorstellbar

🇮🇩 tak terbayangkan

🇺🇦 немислимо

🇵🇱 niewyobrażalnie

🇯🇵 信じられないほど

🇫🇷 inconcevablement

🇪🇸 inconcebiblemente

🇹🇷 akıl almaz bir şekilde

🇰🇷 상상할 수 없을 정도로

🇸🇦 بشكل لا يمكن تصوره

🇨🇿 nepředstavitelně

🇸🇰 nepredstaviteľne

🇨🇳 不可思议地

🇸🇮 nepredstavljivo

🇮🇸 óhugsanlega

🇰🇿 ойға қонымсыз

🇬🇪 გაუგონრად

🇦🇿 ağlasığmaz dərəcədə

🇲🇽 inconcebiblemente

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,062 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.