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Inexplicable

Verb / ˌɪnʌˈksplɪsʌbʌl / Another word for inexplicable — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

unable to be explained or accounted for

Synonyms & similar words

incomprehensible explicable unexplainable mysterious puzzling baffling uncanny unfathomable impenetrable incomprehensible inexplicatory incomprehensible inscrutable enigmatic cryptic unaccountable bewildering perplexing obscure opaque inaccessible unintelligible

Example sentences

  1. The magic trick was so inexplicable that the audience was amazed.
  2. The sudden change in the weather was inexplicable.
  3. The disappearance of the cat was inexplicable.
  4. The reason for his sudden departure was inexplicable.
  5. The scientist was baffled by the inexplicable results of the experiment.

Quotes

  • Science is wonderfully equipped to answer the question 'How?' but it gets terribly confused when you ask the question 'Why?' - Erwin Chargaff
  • The universe is full of the inexplicable, and the inexplicable is full of the unimaginable. - Henry James
  • The inexplicable is the only explanation for the online world. - Edward Snowden

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