Definition

The quality or state of being unable to be violated or broken.

Example

The inviolableness of human rights is essential for a just society.

Conversation

I was reading about the concept of inviolableness in personal rights.

That sounds interesting! What does it mean exactly?

It refers to the quality of being protected and not to be violated.

Got it! It's an important principle in law and ethics.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inviolableness → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "violare" (meaning to violate), and "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word refers to the state of being not able to be violated or harmed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being able to 'violate' ('violare') something, which helps you remember that 'inviolableness' means the state of being unviolated or sacred.

Visually Confused Words