Definition

In a way that cannot be attacked, questioned, or defeated.

Example

The evidence presented was unassailably strong, leaving no room for doubt.

Conversation

Did you hear how she defended her thesis?

Yeah, I did! She did it unassailably and really impressed everyone.

I know, right? It's like she had all the facts lined up perfectly.

Exactly! It’s tough to argue against someone who presents their case so well.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unassailably → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "assail" (from Old French *assailir*, meaning to attack), and "-ably" (meaning in a manner). The word "unassailably" means in a manner that cannot be attacked or questioned.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being combined with 'attack' ('assail') to remember that 'unassailably' means something that cannot be attacked or questioned.

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