Unchangeability: meaning, definitions and examples
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unchangeability
[ ˌənˌtʃeɪndʒəˈbɪləti ]
inflexibility
The quality or state of being unchangeable; inability to be changed or altered.
Synonyms
immovability, inflexibility, rigidity.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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unchangeability |
Used to describe something that remains the same and does not change. This term often pertains to fundamental principles, beliefs, or conditions that are constant over time.
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inflexibility |
Indicates an inability to change or adapt. It often carries a negative connotation, suggesting stubbornness or rigidity. It can relate to objects, but more often it pertains to attitudes, rules, or systems.
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rigidity |
Describes the quality of being stiff or not easily bent. It can refer to physical objects, rules, or attitudes. Often used in a negative context to criticize lack of flexibility or adaptability.
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immovability |
Refers to the state of being unable to move or being firmly fixed in place. It can apply to physical objects as well as abstract concepts like feelings or opinions.
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Examples of usage
- The unchangeability of the laws of physics is a fundamental principle in science.
- Her unchangeability in her opinions made it difficult to have a productive discussion with her.
- The unchangeability of the company's policies frustrated many employees.
- The unchangeability of the weather in this region is well-known.
- The unchangeability of human nature is a topic of philosophical debate.
Translations
Translations of the word "unchangeability" in other languages:
🇵🇹 imutabilidade
🇮🇳 अपरिवर्तनीयता
🇩🇪 Unveränderlichkeit
🇮🇩 ketidakberubahan
🇺🇦 незмінність
🇵🇱 niezmienność
🇯🇵 不変性
🇫🇷 immutabilité
🇪🇸 inmutabilidad
🇹🇷 değişmezlik
🇰🇷 불변성
🇸🇦 عدم التغير
🇨🇿 neměnnost
🇸🇰 nemennosť
🇨🇳 不变性
🇸🇮 nespremenljivost
🇮🇸 óbreytanleiki
🇰🇿 өзгермейтіндік
🇬🇪 უცვლელობა
🇦🇿 dəyişməzlik
🇲🇽 inmutabilidad
Etymology
The word 'unchangeability' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'changeable'. The concept of unchangeability has been explored in various philosophical and scientific contexts throughout history. In philosophy, the idea of unchangeability is often associated with concepts such as permanence and eternal truths. In science, the principle of unchangeability is fundamental to theories such as the conservation of energy and the laws of thermodynamics.
See also: change, changeability, changeable, changeably, changed, changeover, changer, changes, changing, exchange, interchange, unchangeable, unchangeably, unchanged, unchanging, unchangingly.