Definition

In a manner that is not allowed or accepted, often referring to rules or standards.

Example

The evidence was presented inadmissibly in court, leading to its rejection.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new rules for the game?

Yeah, I think some of them are a bit too strict.

I agree, especially the ones that penalize players for acting inadmissibly.

Right? It just seems unfair to judge in such a harsh way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inadmissibly → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "admissible" (from Latin "admittere", meaning to allow or send to). The suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner) indicates the manner of being not allowed or accepted. Thus, "inadmissibly" means in a manner that is not allowed or accepted.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') allowing something ('admittere') — that's why inadmissibly means something is not allowed.

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