Definition

Describing a place or situation that does not have an exit or way out.

Example

The maze was so complex and exitless that we wandered for hours without finding a way out.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new maze they built in the park?

Yeah, I heard it’s completely exitless!

I can't imagine how frustrating that would be to get stuck inside.

Right? I think I'd panic if I realized there was no way out!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exitless → It is formed from "exit" (from Latin "exitus", meaning a way out or departure) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "exitless" means without an exit or a way out.

Memory Tip

Think of 'exit' as a way out, and remember that 'exitless' means there is no way out.

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