Insoluble: meaning, definitions and examples

Use same context and examples as the first instance of 'insoluble'.

Describing a substance that cannot be dissolved, often used in a scientific or technical context.

• This material is undissolvable in most chemicals.
• Despite many tests, the compound remained undissolvable.

When describing something that cannot be broken, dissolved, or separated, often used in a formal or philosophical context to describe relationships, contracts, or bonds.

• The marriage vow is considered indissoluble in many cultures.
• Their friendship formed an indissoluble bond.

When something cannot be melted, usually in reference to materials or substances that retain their form under high temperatures.

• The metal alloy proved to be unmeltable in standard furnaces.
• These rocks are practically unmeltable with the equipment we have.

Primarily used in scientific contexts to describe a substance that cannot be dissolved in a solvent, usually water.

• Salt is soluble in water, but oil is insoluble.

Very similar to 'irresolvable'; often used interchangeably to describe situations or problems that cannot be solved.

• Their disagreements were unresolvable, causing a permanent rift between them.

Used to describe a problem or puzzle that cannot be solved. Often used informally and in a wide range of contexts.

• This math problem seems unsolvable without a calculator.

Used to describe a problem, conflict, or situation that cannot be solved or settled.

• The differences between the two parties were irresolvable, leading to a breakdown in negotiations.