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inexorably

/ɪnˈɛk.sər.ə.bli/
in · ex · o · ra · bly
Adjective:inexorable
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• adverb

1

In a way that is impossible to stop, prevent, or alter.

Example

"The glacier moved inexorably down the mountain valley over the centuries."

2

In an unyielding manner that cannot be persuaded or moved by entreaties or prayers.

Example

"The committee remained inexorably opposed to any relaxation of the safety standards."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'inexorable' (from Latin 'inexorabilis', meaning 'not able to be moved by entreaty', from 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'exorare' meaning 'to prevail upon by pleading') plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inexorably. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inexorably
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