inexorable
UK: ɪnˈɛksərəb(ə)l | US: ɪnˈɛksərəbəl
adj. impossible to stop or prevent
adj. not capable of being persuaded by entreaty; relentless
inexorable = in<not> + exor<plead> + able<capable of>
- in (Latin prefix): Negation, meaning "not."
- exor (from Latin exorare): Derived from ex- (thoroughly) + orare (to plead), meaning "to plead earnestly."
- able (Latin suffix -abilis): Indicates capability or susceptibility.
Etymology Origin:
The word "inexorable" originates from Latin inexorabilis, combining in- (not) + exorabilis (capable of being pleaded with). The root exorare reflects the idea of pleading or persuading, while the negation prefix in- flips the meaning to "unable to be persuaded." Over time, it evolved to describe something unstoppable or relentless, emphasizing resistance to change or entreaty.
The march of time is inexorable; no one can halt its progress.
Despite their pleas, the judge remained inexorable in his decision.
Climate change is an inexorable force that demands urgent action.
Her inexorable determination led her to overcome every obstacle.
The tide’s inexorable advance eroded the shoreline year after year.