untouchable
0 antonyms and opposites of untouchable, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Impossible to touch, harm, or bring down.
How to use untouchable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The caste-related noun sense refers to a historical and discriminatory social category; 'Dalit' is the term generally preferred today.
Frequently asked questions
What does “untouchable” mean?
The word “untouchable” means impossible to touch, harm, or bring down. In plain terms, can't be touched, beaten, or punished, or (as a noun) a person historically placed outside the caste system in India.
How do you pronounce “untouchable”?
“Untouchable” is pronounced uhn-TUHT-shuh-buhl (/ʌnˈtʌtʃəbəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “untouchable” in a sentence?
Here is “untouchable” used in a sentence: “With his connections, the crime boss felt untouchable.”
What part of speech is “untouchable”?
Depending on how it is used, “untouchable” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “untouchable” have?
“Untouchable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: impossible to touch, harm, or bring down.