Definition

Something that cannot be crossed or overcome, often referring to gaps or differences that are too great to bridge.

Example

The two sides had unbridgeable differences that made it impossible to reach an agreement.

Conversation

I don't think we'll ever agree on that topic.

Yeah, it feels like we have some unbridgeable differences.

It's frustrating because I value your opinion.

Same here, but sometimes it seems like we just see things too differently.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbridgeable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "bridge" (from Old English "brycg", meaning a structure built to span a physical obstacle) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "unbridgeable" means not capable of being bridged or crossed over.

Memory Tip

Think of something that cannot be crossed ('un-') because there is no 'bridge' to connect the two sides.

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