Definition

Something that cannot be placed into a specific category or group.

Example

The artist's work is often considered uncategorizable because it blends multiple styles.

Conversation

I just saw that new art exhibit downtown, and some pieces were truly uncategorizable.

Really? That sounds interesting! What made them so hard to categorize?

They mixed different styles and materials in a way that I've never seen before.

That sounds like a unique experience! I love when art challenges our expectations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uncategorizable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "categorize" (from Greek "kategoria", meaning a class or category), and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word means not capable of being classified into a category.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being able to be 'classified' ('categorize') — that's why uncategorizable means something that cannot be placed into a category.

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