Definition

This word describes land that cannot be cultivated or farmed.

Example

The rocky terrain is inarable, making it difficult to grow crops.

Conversation

I heard that some regions have inarable land due to poor soil quality.

Really? That must be tough for farmers in those areas.

Yeah, they can't grow crops at all in that kind of land.

Exactly, it makes it really hard to sustain a community.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'inarable' is formed from the prefix 'in-' (meaning not) and the root 'arable' (from Latin 'arabilis', meaning suitable for plowing or tillable). Therefore, 'inarable' means not suitable for plowing or cultivation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being added to 'arable', which means suitable for farming. This helps you remember that 'inarable' refers to land that cannot be farmed.

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