Definition

The quality of being unable to be calmed down or changed; showing no signs of forgiveness or appeasement.

Example

Her implacability in the face of criticism made it difficult for others to approach her.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed his implacability when he's upset?

Yeah, it's like nothing can change his mind once he's made it up.

Exactly! It can be really hard to talk to him sometimes.

True, but I guess it's just part of his personality.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Implacability is formed from "im-" (meaning not) and "placare" (meaning to appease or calm) combined with the suffix "-ability" (meaning the quality of being). The word describes the quality of being unable to be appeased or calmed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not able to be calmed' — 'im-' means not, 'placare' means to calm, and '-ability' refers to a quality.

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