Definition

Something that cannot be made less severe or intense; it remains strong and unyielding.

Example

Her grief was unassuageable, no matter how much comfort her friends tried to offer.

Conversation

I’ve been feeling this unassuageable sadness lately.

I'm really sorry to hear that. Do you want to talk about it?

I just can't seem to shake it off, no matter what I do.

Sometimes it helps to express those feelings, even if they're tough.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unassuageable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "assuage" (from Latin "assuaviare", meaning to soften or calm), and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word describes something that cannot be calmed or softened, indicating an unrelenting state of distress or desire.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'not' ('un-') able to be 'softened' or 'calmed' ('assuage') — that's why unassuageable means it cannot be soothed.

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