Definition

Something that cannot be explained or understood; it is mysterious or puzzling.

Example

The sudden disappearance of the plane remains unexplainable to this day.

Conversation

Have you ever had an unexplainable feeling about something?

Yeah, sometimes I just know something is off without any reason.

Right? It's like your gut is trying to tell you something unexplainable.

Exactly! Those feelings can be really strong, even if we can't figure them out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unexplainable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "explain" (from Latin "explanare", meaning to make clear or to unfold) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "unexplainable" means not capable of being made clear or understood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'make clear' ('explain') and 'capable of' ('-able'). This helps you remember that something unexplainable cannot be made clear.

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