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Insuperably: meaning, definitions and examples

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insuperably

 

[ ɪnˈsuːpərəbli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

degree of difficulty

Insuperably means in a way that cannot be overcome or defeated. It is often used to describe obstacles or challenges that are too great to be surmounted, emphasizing their formidable nature.

Synonyms

insurmountably, invincibly, unconquerably.

Examples of usage

  • She faced insuperably high standards at work.
  • The team's insuperably tough rival made the championship seem impossible.
  • They encountered insuperably difficult conditions during the expedition.

Translations

Translations of the word "insuperably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 insuperavelmente

🇮🇳 अतुलनीयता से

🇩🇪 unüberwindbar

🇮🇩 tidak teratasi

🇺🇦 невиправно

🇵🇱 nieprzezwyciężalnie

🇯🇵 克服できない

🇫🇷 insurmontablement

🇪🇸 insuperablemente

🇹🇷 aşılmaz bir şekilde

🇰🇷 극복할 수 없게

🇸🇦 بشكل لا يُمكن التغلب عليه

🇨🇿 nepřekonatelně

🇸🇰 neprekonateľne

🇨🇳 不可逾越地

🇸🇮 nepremagljivo

🇮🇸 óyfirstanlega

🇰🇿 жеңілмейтін түрде

🇬🇪 არაკონტროლებად

🇦🇿 üstünlük təşkil edən şəkildə

🇲🇽 insuperablemente

Etymology

The word 'insuperably' originates from the Latin term 'insuperabilis', which is formed from 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'superabilis' meaning 'overcome' or 'conquerable'. The prefix 'in-' negates the root, creating a concept that suggests something that cannot be overcome. The term began to appear in English discourse in the 17th century during a period when many Latin-based words were being integrated into the English language, especially in literary and academic contexts. Over time, 'insuperably' has been used primarily in formal writing and discussions, often relating to philosophy, literature, or complex discussions about difficulties, emphasizing the ultimate challenges that remain unyielded.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,641, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.