Definition

In a way that cannot be tolerated or endured; extremely difficult to bear.

Example

The heat was unendurably intense during the summer months.

Conversation

This heat is getting to me; it's unendurably hot outside.

I know, right? I can barely stay focused at work.

I wish I could just stay indoors where it's cool.

Same here! I can't handle it when it's unendurably warm like this.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unendurably → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "endure" (from Latin "durare", meaning to last or to endure), and "-ably" (meaning in a manner that can be). The word means in a manner that cannot be endured or tolerated.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being able to 'last' ('durare') — that's why unendurably means something that cannot be tolerated.

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