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inexorable

 

[ɪˈnɛksərəb(ə)l ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

unstoppable force

Impossible to stop or prevent; relentless.

Synonyms

inevitable, relentless, unstoppable, unstoppable, unyielding.

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Word Description / Examples
inexorable

Describes a process or force that cannot be stopped or altered even if desired. Often used in a slightly dramatic or poetic sense.

  • The inexorable march of time spares no one.
  • Despite their pleas, the inexorable fate could not be changed.
relentless

Describes something persistent in intensity or pressure over a long period. Often carries a sense of harshness or severity.

  • The relentless heat of the desert was unbearable.
  • She faced relentless criticism for her decision.
unstoppable

Refers to a force or entity that cannot be stopped. Often used to describe someone or something that is highly successful or powerful.

  • Their team's momentum this season has been unstoppable.
  • She is an unstoppable force in the industry.
inevitable

Used to indicate that something is certain to happen and cannot be avoided. Commonly used in everyday language.

  • Death is an inevitable part of life.
  • Given the storm, the delay was inevitable.
unyielding

Highlights a stubbornness or firmness in attitude, position, or form. Can have a negative connotation if implying stubbornness.

  • He remained unyielding in his opinions despite the evidence.
  • The unyielding barrier stood firm against the wind.

Examples of usage

  • The inexorable march of time.
  • The inexorable rise of technology.
  • The company faced the inexorable decline of profits.
  • The disease spread with inexorable speed.
  • The inexorable truth is that everything changes.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Latin 'inexorabilis', where 'in-' means 'not' and 'exorabilis' means 'able to be persuaded'.
  • It was first used in English in the late 15th century and has kept its original meaning related to being unchangeable.

Literature

  • In literature, characters often face inexorable forces, like fate or destiny, that change the course of their lives despite their struggles.
  • Famous works, such as 'Macbeth' and 'The Odyssey', explore themes of inexorability through their plot developments and character arcs.

Philosophy

  • Philosophically, the concept of inevitability is often discussed in relation to concepts like fate and free will.
  • Inexorable events challenge our understanding of choice, suggesting that sometimes, outcomes are beyond our control.

Science

  • Inexorable processes can be observed in natural sciences, such as the laws of thermodynamics that govern energy transfer and cannot be altered.
  • Biological evolution represents an inexorable change over time, driven by natural selection and genetic mutations.

History

  • Historical events like wars or revolutions often unfold in an inexorable manner, leading to significant societal changes that cannot be avoided.
  • The inevitability of certain historical patterns, like the rise and fall of empires, illustrates the inexorable march of time and circumstance.

Translations

Translations of the word "inexorable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inexorável

🇮🇳 अटल

🇩🇪 unerbittlich

🇮🇩 tak terelakkan

🇺🇦 невблаганний

🇵🇱 nieubłagany

🇯🇵 容赦ない (ようしゃない)

🇫🇷 inévitable

🇪🇸 inexorable

🇹🇷 amansız

🇰🇷 냉혹한

🇸🇦 لا يرحم

🇨🇿 neúprosný

🇸🇰 neúprosný

🇨🇳 无情的 (wúqíng de)

🇸🇮 neizprosen

🇮🇸 ósveigjanlegur

🇰🇿 мейірімсіз

🇬🇪 უშეღავათო

🇦🇿 amansız

🇲🇽 inexorable

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,876, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.