inviolability

inviolability

The inviolability of the home is a fundamental right.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The quality of being secure from violation or profanation: "inviolability" refers to the state or condition of something that cannot be violated, infringed upon, or treated disrespectfully. It often describes rights, principles, or places that are considered sacred or legally protected.
Usage Examples
  • (Embassies cannot be entered or searched without permission.)
  • (Human dignity must never be compromised or attacked.)
  • (The temple was considered sacred and left unharmed.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to claim inviolability": to assert that something is protected from interference.

    • The scientist claimed the inviolability of her research data. (She argued her data must not be tampered with.)

  • "inviolability of privacy": the principle that personal information and private life should not be intruded upon.

    • The new law reinforces the inviolability of privacy in digital communications. (It strengthens protection against surveillance.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Inviolable (adj): that cannot be violated; secure from assault or infringement.

    • The treaty established inviolable borders between the two nations. (Borders that cannot be crossed by force.)

  • Inviolably (adv): in a manner that cannot be violated.

    • The agreement was inviolably respected by both parties. (It was honoured without exception.)

  • Inviolateness (n): the state of being inviolate; untouched or unbroken.

    • The inviolateness of the ancient manuscript amazed the archivists. (It had never been damaged or altered.)
Synonyms
  • Sacredness: the quality of being holy or worthy of reverence.
  • Immunity: exemption from legal liability or interference.
  • Sanctity: the state of being holy or inviolable.
Related Idioms

  • Sacred cow: something regarded as immune from criticism or interference (informal).

    • In that company, the CEO's decisions are a sacred cow. (They are treated as inviolable.)

  • Holy ground: a place or topic that is considered too sacred to be treated disrespectfully.

    • The discussion of religious beliefs was considered holy ground. (It was treated as inviolable.)