Definition

The state of being unable to be separated or disentangled from something else.

Example

The inextricability of their lives made it difficult for them to part ways.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the inextricability of our choices and consequences?

Yeah, it’s kind of overwhelming to consider sometimes.

Exactly! It's like our decisions are all connected in ways we can't even see.

Totally, and that makes me think about how important it is to choose wisely.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inextricability → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "extricabilis" (from Latin "extricare", meaning to free or disentangle), and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word describes the state of being unable to be disentangled or freed from a situation.

Memory Tip

Think of being in a situation that you cannot 'free' yourself from ('extricare') — that's why inextricability means you cannot escape or untangle from it.

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