Definition

Something that cannot be combined or blended together.

Example

Oil and water are unmixable substances.

Conversation

Did you know that oil and water are unmixable?

Yeah, I've heard that before!

It's interesting how some things just can't blend together, right?

Definitely! It’s like they have their own boundaries.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unmixable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "mix" (from Latin "miscere", meaning to mix) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "unmixable" means not capable of being mixed together.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'not' ('un-') able to be 'mixed' ('mix') — that's why unmixable means it cannot be mixed.

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