incontrovertible
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for incontrovertible, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — So certain or well-proven that it cannot reasonably be denied or argued against.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
demonstrable
irrefutable
Antonyms
How to use incontrovertible
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
incontrovertible evidence
incontrovertible proof
incontrovertible fact
Etymology
From in- ("not") plus controvertible, ultimately from Latin controversia ("dispute").
Full origin of incontrovertible →Frequently asked questions
What does “incontrovertible” mean?
The word “incontrovertible” means so certain or well-proven that it cannot reasonably be denied or argued against. In plain terms, impossible to argue against — proven beyond doubt.
How do you pronounce “incontrovertible”?
“Incontrovertible” is pronounced ihng-kon-truh-VUR-tuhbl (/ˌɪŋ.kɒn.tɹəˈvɜː.təbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “incontrovertible” in a sentence?
Here is “incontrovertible” used in a sentence: “The DNA evidence provided incontrovertible proof of his guilt.”
What part of speech is “incontrovertible”?
“Incontrovertible” is an adjective.
Where does the word “incontrovertible” come from?
The word “incontrovertible” comes from Latin. From in- ("not") plus controvertible, ultimately from Latin controversia ("dispute").
