immutable
/i'mju:təbl/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Not capable of or susceptible to change: Describes something that is unchangeable, permanent, and not subject to variation in form, quality, or nature over time.
Usage
- The word "immutable" is a formal adjective used to describe abstract concepts, laws, principles, or truths that are considered fixed and eternal. It is often used in philosophical, scientific, legal, and religious contexts.
- It typically precedes a noun (e.g., ) or follows a linking verb like "is" or "are" (e.g., ).
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "immutable fact": A fact that is universally true and cannot be altered.
- It is an immutable fact that all humans are mortal.
- "held to be immutable": Considered or regarded as unchangeable.
- For centuries, these social structures were held to be immutable.
Variants and Related Words
- Immutable (adj): The standard form.
- Immutability (n): The quality or state of being immutable.
- The immutability of natural law is a key concept in some philosophies.
- Immutably (adv): In an immutable manner.
- The rules were immutably fixed.
Synonyms
- Unchangeable: Not liable to variation or alteration.
- Fixed: Securely placed or fastened; stationary.
- Invariable: Never changing.
- Constant: Occurring continuously over a period of time.
- Permanent: Lasting or intended to last indefinitely without change.
Antonyms
- Mutable: Liable to change.
- Changeable: Able to change or be changed.
- Variable: Not consistent or having a fixed pattern; liable to change.
- Fluid: Subject to change; not stable.
Related Phrases and Concepts
- Immutable object: In computer programming, an object whose state cannot be modified after it is created.
- Strings are immutable objects in many programming languages.
- Immutable laws of nature: Fundamental scientific principles believed to be constant throughout the universe.
Adjective
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not subject or susceptible to change or variation in form or quality or nature
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the view of that time was that all species were immutable, created by God
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