Definition

Not allowed or accepted, especially in a legal context.

Example

The judge ruled that the evidence was inadmissible in court.

Conversation

Did you hear about the evidence they tried to present in court?

Yeah, I heard it was deemed inadmissible.

It's crazy how some things just can't be used legally.

I know! It really makes you think about what counts as valid.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inadmissible → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "admittere" (meaning to allow or send to). The word "inadmissible" means not allowed or not permitted to be sent in or accepted.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') allowing something to be 'sent in' ('admittere') — that's why inadmissible means something that cannot be accepted.

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