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Definition of unexplainable

unexplainable

/ˌʌn.ɪkˈspleɪ.nə.bəl/
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Adverb:unexplainably
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unexplainable Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Unable to be explained, accounted for, or understood.

Example

"The sudden disappearance of the ancient colony remains an unexplainable mystery to historians."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'unexplainable' and 'inexplicable' are close synonyms, 'inexplicable' is generally preferred in formal and academic writing, whereas 'unexplainable' is more common in everyday speech.

• Rhymes for unexplainable

• Nearby Words

unexperienced
unexpert
unexpired
unexplainable
unexplainably
unexplained
unexploded

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unexplainable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 2, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unexplainable
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