Indivisible: meaning, definitions and examples
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indivisible
[ ˌɪndɪˈvɪzəbl ]
cannot be divided
Indivisible refers to something that cannot be divided or separated into parts. It is often used in mathematical or philosophical contexts, suggesting completeness or unity. In political contexts, it may refer to a nation that is seen as unified and whole.
Synonyms
indissoluble, unbreakable, universal
Examples of usage
- The concept of freedom is indivisible.
- In mathematics, certain numbers are considered indivisible.
- The country stood united, indivisible against external threats.
Translations
Translations of the word "indivisible" in other languages:
🇵🇹 indivisível
🇮🇳 अविभाज्य
🇩🇪 unteilbar
🇮🇩 tak terpisahkan
🇺🇦 неділимий
🇵🇱 niepodzielny
🇯🇵 不可分割の (fukabun-katsu no)
🇫🇷 indivisible
🇪🇸 indivisible
🇹🇷 bölünemez
🇰🇷 불가분의 (bulgabun-ui)
🇸🇦 غير قابل للتجزئة (ghayr qabil liltajzi'a)
🇨🇿 nedělitelný
🇸🇰 nedeliteľný
🇨🇳 不可分割 (bùkě fēngē)
🇸🇮 nedeljiv
🇮🇸 ódeilanlegur
🇰🇿 бөлінбейтін
🇬🇪 აუჭრელი (auchrēli)
🇦🇿 bölünməz
🇲🇽 indivisible
Etymology
The term indivisible originates from the Latin 'indivisibilis', where 'in-' means 'not' and 'divisibilis' means 'divisible'. It emerged in the English language in the late 14th century, primarily in the context of mathematics and philosophy. The word has been used historically to describe concepts that cannot be separated or divided, especially in discussions of unity and integrity. Its most famous usage is perhaps in the phrase 'indivisible' used in political contexts, epitomized in the Pledge of Allegiance to signify liberty and justice for all, which emphasizes the idea of a united nation that cannot be fractioned into parts.