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Unfathomably: meaning, definitions and examples

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unfathomably

 

[ ʌnˈfæðəməbli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

degree of understanding

Unfathomably is used to describe something that is impossible or extremely difficult to understand or comprehend. It often implies an overwhelming complexity or depth that goes beyond normal comprehension. This term can be applied to situations, emotions, or mysteries that elude logical explanation or understanding. For example, one might refer to the unfathomable depths of the ocean or the unfathomably intricate workings of the human mind.

Synonyms

impenetrably, incomprehensibly, inscrutably, unimaginably

Examples of usage

  • The mystery behind the origins of the universe is unfathomably complex.
  • She stared into the unfathomably deep abyss.
  • His emotions were unfathomably deep, making it hard for others to relate.
  • The unfathomably vast universe raises many questions about life.
  • The concept of infinity is often regarded as unfathomably abstract.

Translations

Translations of the word "unfathomably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incompreensivelmente

🇮🇳 अकल्पनीय रूप से

🇩🇪 unermesslich

🇮🇩 tak terbayangkan

🇺🇦 незбагненно

🇵🇱 niezrozumiale

🇯🇵 計り知れないほど

🇫🇷 incompréhensiblement

🇪🇸 incomprensiblemente

🇹🇷 anlaşılmaz bir şekilde

🇰🇷 측정할 수 없을 만큼

🇸🇦 بشكل لا يمكن تصوره

🇨🇿 nepochopitelně

🇸🇰 nepochopiteľne

🇨🇳 难以理解地

🇸🇮 nepredstavljivo

🇮🇸 óhugsanlega

🇰🇿 түсініксіз түрде

🇬🇪 არაგონივრული

🇦🇿 anlaşılmaz bir şəkildə

🇲🇽 incomprensiblemente

Etymology

The term 'unfathomably' originates from the adjective 'unfathomable,' which can be traced back to the Middle English word 'fathom,' derived from the Old English 'fæðm,' meaning 'to embrace, encircle, or measure.' In its original sense, a 'fathom' refers to a unit of measurement for the depth of water, equivalent to six feet. The prefix 'un-' is a negation that indicates the absence of comprehension or understanding. Thus, 'unfathomable' literally means 'not able to be measured,' figuratively extending to describe things that are too vast, profound, or mysterious for human beings to grasp or understand fully. This evolution in meaning reflects humanity's struggle to comprehend the complexities of existence and the natural world.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,313, 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.