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inescapability

[ ˌɪnɪˌskeɪpəˈbɪlɪti ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

unavoidable

The state of being impossible to avoid or prevent; inevitability.

Synonyms

certainty, inevitability, unavoidability.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
inescapability	Indicates the quality of being impossible to avoid or escape from, often used in formal or literary contexts. The novel depicts the inescapability of fate and destiny. They faced the inescapability of their situation with a brave heart.
inevitability	Highlights that something is bound to happen and cannot be avoided, often used to discuss future events or consequences. The inevitability of change is a constant in life. They accepted the inevitability of aging gracefully.
unavoidability	Focuses on the fact that something cannot be prevented or avoided, often used in contexts where actions or events are impossible to circumvent. Due to the unavoidability of the storm, the event was postponed. She recognized the unavoidability of certain tasks in her job.
certainty	Refers to something being sure or definite, often used in contexts where there is a high level of confidence in an outcome. There is a certainty that the sun will rise tomorrow. She spoke with certainty about the results of the experiment.

Examples of usage

It was an inescapability that they would eventually have to face the consequences of their actions.
The inescapability of death is a universal truth.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

impossibility

The quality of being unable to be avoided or denied; the fact of being impossible.

Synonyms

certainty, inescapedness, unavoidability.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
inescapability	Similar to 'inescapability', used to describe a situation or condition that cannot be avoided or escaped from, often seen in philosophical or literary contexts. Authors often explore the inescapability of destiny. The inescapability of ageing is a fact we all must face.
inescapedness	A less common term that refers to the state of not being escaped; typically used in very formal or specialized literature. Narratives often deal with the inescapedness of human suffering. The inescapedness of responsibility burdens many.
certainty	Used in various contexts to indicate something that is sure or certain to happen. There is a certainty about the sun rising in the east tomorrow. He spoke with such certainty that everyone believed him immediately.
unavoidability	Commonly used to describe something that cannot be avoided or prevented, often related to practical or everyday situations. The unavoidability of taxes is a well-known fact. She accepted the unavoidability of the traffic jam and decided to enjoy her music.

Examples of usage

The inescapability of the situation was overwhelming.
The inescapability of the truth became apparent.

Translations

Translations of the word "inescapability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inevitabilidade

🇮🇳 अनिवार्यता

🇩🇪 Unvermeidbarkeit

🇮🇩 ketidakmampuan dihindari

🇺🇦 неминучість

🇵🇱 nieuchronność

🇯🇵 避けられないこと

🇫🇷 inévitabilité

🇪🇸 inevitabilidad

🇹🇷 kaçınılmazlık

🇰🇷 불가피성

🇸🇦 حتمية

🇨🇿 nevyhnutelnost

🇸🇰 nevyhnutnosť

🇨🇳 不可避免性

🇸🇮 neizogibnost

🇮🇸 óhjákvæmni

🇰🇿 болдырмау мүмкін емес

🇬🇪 აუცილებლობა

🇦🇿 qaçılmazlıq

🇲🇽 inevitabilidad

Etymology

The word inescapability originated from the combination of the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' and 'escapability' which comes from 'escape' meaning to break free from confinement or control. The concept of inescapability has been explored in various philosophical and literary works, highlighting the inevitability of certain events or truths that cannot be avoided.