Inextricably: meaning, definitions and examples
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inextricably
[ ɪnˈɛkstrɪkəbli ]
indispensable connection
The term 'inextricably' refers to a relationship or connection that is impossible to separate or disentangle. It implies that two or more elements are deeply intertwined and cannot be considered apart from one another. This word is often used in discussions about complex issues, indicating that certain factors are so closely related that changing or addressing one will inevitably affect the others. Inextricably can convey a sense of completeness in the relationship, suggesting a permanent bond.
Synonyms
indissolubly, inseparably, unavoidably.
Examples of usage
- They are inextricably linked in their quest for justice.
- The environment and economy are inextricably connected.
- His past is inextricably tied to his present.
- Love and sacrifice are often inextricably intertwined.
Translations
Translations of the word "inextricably" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inextricavelmente
🇮🇳 अटूट रूप से
🇩🇪 untrennbar
🇮🇩 tak terpisahkan
🇺🇦 невід'ємно
🇵🇱 nierozłączny
🇯🇵 切り離せない
🇫🇷 inextricablement
🇪🇸 inextricablemente
🇹🇷 ayrılmaz bir şekilde
🇰🇷 불가분하게
🇸🇦 بشكل لا ينفصم
🇨🇿 neoddělitelně
🇸🇰 neoddeliteľne
🇨🇳 不可分割地
🇸🇮 neizogibno
🇮🇸 óhjákandi
🇰🇿 ажырамас
🇬🇪 გაუყოფლად
🇦🇿 ayrılmaz şəkildə
🇲🇽 inextricablemente
Etymology
The word 'inextricably' originates from the Latin word 'inextricabilis', which is a combination of 'in-' (not) and 'extricare' (to extricate or disentangle). The term developed through Old French before entering the English language in the late 16th century. Its usage has evolved over time to encompass not only physical entanglements but also abstract connections between ideas, concepts, and relationships. The prefix 'in-' negates the root, which emphasizes the impossibility of separation. This makes 'inextricably' a powerful descriptor for complex and interdependent relationships, both in literature and in everyday conversation.