inevitable
Americanadjective
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unable to be avoided, evaded, or escaped; certain; fated.
an inevitable conclusion.
- Synonyms:
- ineluctable, unavoidable
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sure to occur, happen, or come; unalterable.
The inevitable end of human life is death.
noun
adjective
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unavoidable
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sure to happen; certain
noun
Other Word Forms
- inevitability noun
- inevitableness noun
- inevitably adverb
- quasi-inevitable adjective
Etymology
Origin of inevitable
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English word from Latin word inēvītābilis; in- 3, evitable
Example Sentences
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Mills said he would take into account the fact Kaylem Longhurst was 16 at the time, but added it was inevitable he would be spending time at a young offender institution.
From BBC
An extension could be putting off the inevitable unless something changes and the projects become a priority for the city, he said.
From Los Angeles Times
For many fans in the United States, the images raised an inevitable question: Is Mexico ready to guarantee security during the biggest sporting event on the planet?
From Los Angeles Times
Some said war was all but inevitable, while one salesman who gave his name as Mehdi predicted the negotiations would succeed, saying: "The Americans are bluffing."
From Barron's
French daily Le Monde said the departure of des Cars became "inevitable" following the burglary as well as trade union strikes pressing for more recruitment, pay and better maintenance of the museum.
From Barron's
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