Unobtainable: meaning, definitions and examples

Use when something cannot be obtained or acquired, often due to external factors or limitations.

• The rare book was unobtainable, even after months of searching

Use when something cannot be reached or entered, often due to physical barriers or lack of access.

• The remote village was inaccessible due to heavy snowfall

Use when something cannot happen under any circumstances, suggesting it defies logic or natural laws.

• It's impossible to travel faster than the speed of light

Use when something is physically or figuratively beyond one's grasp, often implying that it's not achievable despite efforts.

• For many people, affordable healthcare is still out of reach

Use this word when something cannot be acquired or reached, often because it is beyond one's reach or is rare.

• The rare gem was unobtainable for most collectors.
• Due to budget constraints, the latest equipment is unobtainable for our lab.

Use this word when something is not reasonable or realistic to expect, often because it is too idealistic or far-fetched.

• Expecting a 100% success rate is unrealistic.
• Her plans to become a star overnight are completely unrealistic.

Use this word when something is not sensible or feasible to do, often because it doesn't work well in real-life situations or is too complicated.

• Carrying a large suitcase on a bike is impractical.
• The idea of having a pet tiger is exciting but impractical.

Use this word when something cannot be accomplished or reached, often because it is too difficult or impossible with the current means or abilities.

• Completing the marathon in under two hours is unachievable for most people.
• Without significant investment, their goals are unachievable.