Definition

A situation or outcome that is certain to happen and cannot be avoided.

Example

The inevitability of change is something we all must accept.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the inevitability of change in our lives?

Totally! It seems like nothing stays the same for long.

Right? Sometimes I think we should just embrace the inevitability of it all.

Absolutely! It can lead to new opportunities if we let it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inevitability → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "evitare" (meaning to avoid) combined with the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "inevitability" refers to the state of being unable to avoid or escape something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not avoiding' ('in-' means not and 'evitare' means to avoid) to remember that 'inevitability' means something that cannot be escaped.

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