Unavoidable

Pronunciation: /ʌnəˈvɔɪdəbəl/

Definitions of unavoidable

adjective describing something that cannot be avoided or prevented

Example Sentences

A1 Getting wet in the rain is unavoidable.

A2 It is unavoidable that we will face challenges in life.

B1 Traffic jams are often unavoidable during rush hour.

B2 The conflict between the two countries seemed unavoidable.

C1 The consequences of climate change are unavoidable and must be addressed.

C2 In certain situations, conflict is unavoidable and must be managed effectively.

Examples of unavoidable in a Sentence

formal In some situations, conflicts are unavoidable due to differing opinions.

informal Traffic during rush hour is unavoidable, so it's best to plan ahead.

slang I tried to skip out on doing my chores, but my mom said it was unavoidable.

figurative The storm was unavoidable, but we managed to find shelter in time.

Grammatical Forms of unavoidable

• past tense: was unavoidable
• plural: unavoidables
• comparative: more unavoidable
• superlative: most unavoidable
• present tense: is unavoidable
• future tense: will be unavoidable
• perfect tense: has been unavoidable
• continuous tense: is being unavoidable
• singular: unavoidable
• positive degree: unavoidable
• infinitive: to be unavoidable
• gerund: unavoidably
• participle: unavoidable

Origin and Evolution of unavoidable

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'unavoidable' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'avoidable' which comes from the Old French word 'avoider' meaning 'to clear out, withdraw, or avoid'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'unavoidable' has retained its original meaning of something that cannot be avoided or prevented.