inexplicable
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for inexplicable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Impossible to explain or understand.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use inexplicable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin inexplicābilis — in- ("not") + explicābilis ("explicable").
Full origin of inexplicable →Frequently asked questions
What does “inexplicable” mean?
The word “inexplicable” means impossible to explain or understand. In plain terms, so strange or mysterious there's simply no explaining it.
How do you pronounce “inexplicable”?
“Inexplicable” is pronounced ihn-ihk-SPLIH-kuh-bl (/ˌɪn.ɪkˈsplɪ.kə.bl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “inexplicable” in a sentence?
Here is “inexplicable” used in a sentence: “For some inexplicable reason, the lights kept flickering all night.”
What part of speech is “inexplicable”?
“Inexplicable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “inexplicable” come from?
The word “inexplicable” comes from Latin. From Latin inexplicābilis — in- ("not") + explicābilis ("explicable").