Definition

Something that cannot be changed or discussed in terms of agreement or terms.

Example

The price of the car is unnegotiable, so you must pay the listed amount.

Conversation

I really think the deadline for this project is unnegotiable.

Yeah, I agree. We need to stick to it to meet the client's expectations.

Exactly! If we miss it, we might lose their trust.

Right! Let's make sure we stay on track.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unnegotiable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "negotiare" (from Latin, meaning to negotiate) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "unnegotiable" means not capable of being negotiated or altered.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being able to 'negotiate' ('negotiare') — that's why unnegotiable means something that cannot be changed or discussed.

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