Definition

The quality of being unable to be defended or justified.

Example

The indefensibility of his actions led to widespread criticism.

Conversation

Did you hear about the recent debate?

Yeah, it got pretty heated!

Some people argued the indefensibility of that position was obvious.

Absolutely, it was hard to take them seriously.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Indefensibility is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "defensibilis" (from Latin, meaning defensible or able to be defended), and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state of being not able to be defended or justified.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'able to be defended' ('defensibilis') — this helps you remember that indefensibility means the quality of being unable to defend something.

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