Unquenchable: meaning, definitions and examples
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unquenchable
[ ʌnˈkwɛntʃəbəl ]
thirst
Unable to be satisfied or quenched. Describing a strong or insatiable desire or thirst that cannot be appeased.
Synonyms
insatiable, unstoppable, unstoppable
Examples of usage
- His unquenchable thirst for knowledge led him to pursue multiple degrees in various fields.
- Despite drinking gallons of water, her unquenchable thirst persisted.
passion
Describing an intense, persistent, and uncontrollable passion or desire.
Synonyms
insatiable, intense, unstoppable
Examples of usage
- Her unquenchable love for music drove her to practice for hours every day.
- The artist's unquenchable creativity inspired awe in those around him.
Translations
Translations of the word "unquenchable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 insaciável
🇮🇳 अतृप्त
🇩🇪 unersättlich
🇮🇩 tak terpuaskan
🇺🇦 невгамовний
🇵🇱 nienasycony
🇯🇵 飽くなき (あくなき)
🇫🇷 insatiable
🇪🇸 insaciable
🇹🇷 doyumsuz
🇰🇷 채울 수 없는
🇸🇦 لا يشبع
🇨🇿 nenasytný
🇸🇰 nenasýtny
🇨🇳 难以满足的 (nányǐ mǎnzú de)
🇸🇮 neugasljiv
🇮🇸 ósvalanlegur
🇰🇿 тоймайтын
🇬🇪 დაუკმაყოფილებელი
🇦🇿 doymayan
🇲🇽 insaciable
Etymology
The word 'unquenchable' originates from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'quench' which comes from Old English 'cwencan' meaning 'to extinguish, to put out'. The concept of something being unquenchable has been used in various contexts throughout history, often symbolizing an insatiable desire or passion that cannot be satisfied.
See also: quenching, unquenchability.