Definition

In a manner that cannot be eaten or is not suitable for consumption.

Example

The food was prepared so poorly that it was served inedibly.

Conversation

Did you try that new recipe I sent you?

Yeah, but it turned out inedibly salty!

Oh no, that sounds terrible!

I know, right? I need to find a better balance next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inedibly → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "edible" (from Latin "edibilis", meaning fit to be eaten). The word "inedibly" means in a manner that is not fit to be eaten.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'fit to be eaten' ('edible') — that's why inedibly means something that cannot be eaten.

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