Definition

Something that is difficult or impossible to explain or understand.

Example

The sudden change in his behavior was completely inexplainable to his friends.

Conversation

Have you ever experienced something that felt completely inexplainable?

Oh definitely, like that time we got lost on our hike!

Right? It was so strange; we followed the map but ended up nowhere.

I know! It was one of those inexplainable moments that kept us guessing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inexplainable → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "explain" (from Latin "explanare", meaning to make clear or to unfold) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "inexplainable" means not capable of being made clear or understood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being added to 'explain' — this helps you remember that 'inexplainable' refers to something that cannot be made clear.

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