Definition

In a way that cannot be defended or justified; without any valid reason or argument.

Example

The decision was made indefensibly, leaving many people confused and upset.

Conversation

Did you hear about that decision they made at work?

Yeah, it seems indefensibly bad for morale.

I agree! I can't believe they thought it was a good idea.

Right? It just doesn't make any sense at all.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Indefensibly → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "defensibilis" (from Latin, meaning defensible or able to be defended), and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "indefensibly" means in a manner that cannot be defended or justified.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'able to be defended' ('defensibilis') — this helps you remember that 'indefensibly' means something that cannot be defended.

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