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inexplicably

Inexplicably (adverb) means In a way that can't be explained; for no clear reason. Example: “The train inexplicably stopped in the middle of the tunnel for an hour.”

adverb

In a way that can't be explained; for no clear reason.

"The train inexplicably stopped in the middle of the tunnel for an hour."

How to use inexplicably

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHappening in a way nobody can account for.

Common pairings

inexplicably, he disappeared inexplicably

Word forms

more inexplicably comparative, most inexplicably superlative

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Etymology

From inexplicable + -ly.

Rhymes for inexplicably

notably probably arguably amicably suitably reliably admirably favorably miserably inexorably reasonably invariably

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Frequently asked questions

What does “inexplicably” mean?

The word “inexplicably” means in a way that can't be explained; for no clear reason. In plain terms, happening in a way nobody can account for.

How do you use “inexplicably” in a sentence?

Here is “inexplicably” used in a sentence: “The train inexplicably stopped in the middle of the tunnel for an hour.”

What part of speech is “inexplicably”?

“Inexplicably” is an adverb.

What is the meaning of inexplicably?

"inexplicably" (adverb) means in a way that can't be explained; for no clear reason.

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