intolerable
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for intolerable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Too unpleasant, painful, or extreme to be endured.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use intolerable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
intolerable conditions
intolerable pain
become intolerable
Etymology
From Latin intolerabilis, from in- ("not") plus tolerabilis ("bearable").
Full origin of intolerable →Frequently asked questions
What does “intolerable” mean?
The word “intolerable” means too unpleasant, painful, or extreme to be endured. In plain terms, so bad or extreme that it can't be put up with any longer.
How do you pronounce “intolerable”?
“Intolerable” is pronounced ihn-TO-luh-ruhbl (/ɪnˈtɑləɹəbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “intolerable” in a sentence?
Here is “intolerable” used in a sentence: “The heat in the factory was intolerable by midday.”
What part of speech is “intolerable”?
“Intolerable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “intolerable” come from?
The word “intolerable” comes from Latin. From Latin intolerabilis, from in- ("not") plus tolerabilis ("bearable").
Is “intolerable” a common word?
“Intolerable” is an uncommon word in modern English.
