inconceivable

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Word: Inconceivable

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: The word "inconceivable" means something that is very difficult to believe or imagine, or something that seems totally unlikely to happen. If something is inconceivable, it is hard to accept or understand because it goes against what we think is possible.

Usage Instructions:

• "Inconceivable" is used before a noun. For example, you can say "inconceivable idea" or "inconceivable situation."
• It is often used in contexts where people are discussing events, ideas, or situations that seem impossible or very unlikely.

Examples:

1. "It was inconceivable to her that he would forget their anniversary."
2. "The idea of flying cars in the 21st century seemed inconceivable in the 1980s."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "inconceivable" can be used in discussions about philosophy, science fiction, or extreme scenarios where the laws of nature or common sense are challenged.

Word Variants:

• Inconceivably (adverb): This means in a way that is impossible to believe.
  • Example: "The situation was inconceivably complex."
• Inconceivability (noun): This refers to the quality of being inconceivable.
  • Example: "The inconceivability of the event left everyone speechless."

Different Meanings:

While "inconceivable" generally refers to something that is unlikely or hard to believe, it can also imply a sense of shock or disbelief about a situation that has occurred.

Synonyms:

• Unthinkable
• Unimaginable
• Impossible
• Incredible

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "inconceivable," but you might encounter phrases that express similar disbelief or unlikeliness, such as: - "Beyond belief" (meaning something that is too extraordinary or unusual to be believed) - "Out of the question" (meaning something that is not possible or allowed)

Summary:

"Inconceivable" is a useful word to describe situations or ideas that seem impossible or very hard to accept.

Academic

Adjective

1. totally unlikely

Synonyms

• impossible
• out of the question
• unimaginable