Irresolvable: meaning, definitions and examples

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irresolvable

 

[ ɪrɪˈzɒlvəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

problem

Not able to be resolved or settled; incapable of being solved or dealt with

Synonyms

insoluble, intractable, unsolvable.

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Word Description / Examples
irresolvable

Used when a problem or conflict cannot be resolved or settled.

  • The differences in their opinions seemed irresolvable, leading to the end of their partnership.
  • Negotiations reached an irresolvable deadlock, requiring external mediation.
unsolvable

Used in situations where a problem or puzzle cannot be solved, without implying any broader systemic issues.

  • The puzzle appeared unsolvable to everyone who attempted it.
  • After hours of trying different approaches, the mathematician concluded the equation was unsolvable.
insoluble

Used for problems or substances that cannot be solved or dissolved, often in a scientific or metaphorical context.

  • The chemical compound is insoluble in water.
  • The mystery of the missing artifact remains insoluble despite extensive investigation.
intractable

Used for issues or problems that are very difficult to manage or change, often implying stubbornness or resistance.

  • The disease turned out to be intractable, resisting all forms of treatment.
  • Dealing with the intractable bureaucracy was exhausting for the new employee.

Examples of usage

  • The issue was irresolvable and led to a deadlock in negotiations.
  • The conflict between the two parties was irresolvable and resulted in a permanent rift.
  • It was an irresolvable dilemma with no clear solution in sight.

Translations

Translations of the word "irresolvable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irresolvível

🇮🇳 असमाधान योग्य

🇩🇪 unlösbar

🇮🇩 tidak terpecahkan

🇺🇦 нерозв'язний

🇵🇱 nierozwiązywalny

🇯🇵 解決不可能

🇫🇷 irrésoluble

🇪🇸 irresoluble

🇹🇷 çözülemez

🇰🇷 해결할 수 없는

🇸🇦 غير قابل للحل

🇨🇿 neřešitelný

🇸🇰 neriešiteľný

🇨🇳 不可解决的

🇸🇮 nerešljiv

🇮🇸 óleysanlegur

🇰🇿 шешілмейтін

🇬🇪 გადაუწყვეტელი

🇦🇿 həll olunmaz

🇲🇽 irresoluble

Etymology

The word 'irresolvable' originated from the prefix 'ir-' meaning 'not' and the word 'resolvable', ultimately from the Latin 'resolvere' meaning 'to loosen or release'. The term first appeared in the late 18th century in English literature.

See also: irresolute, resoluteness, resolution, resolvability, resolve, resolver, resolving, unresolved.