Untouchable

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈtʌʧəbəl/

Definitions of untouchable

noun a person or thing that is considered beyond reach or contact

Example Sentences

A1 The concept of untouchables is not accepted in modern society.

A2 In some cultures, untouchables were considered to be of lower social status.

B1 The untouchable caste in India faced discrimination for many years.

B2 The untouchables were excluded from many aspects of society.

C1 The untouchable status of certain individuals has been a topic of debate for centuries.

C2 The untouchables were marginalized and oppressed by the dominant social groups.

adjective not able to be touched; beyond reach or contact

Example Sentences

A1 The queen is untouchable.

A2 In some cultures, certain animals are considered untouchable.

B1 The celebrity seemed untouchable with their perfect image.

B2 The company's success in the market made it seem untouchable by competitors.

C1 The politician's untouchable reputation was tarnished by scandal.

C2 The artist's talent was seen as untouchable by critics and fans alike.

Examples of untouchable in a Sentence

formal The CEO's reputation was untouchable, as she had never been involved in any scandals.

informal That athlete is untouchable on the field, no one can seem to catch up to him.

slang Her style is so on point, she's basically untouchable.

figurative His confidence was so high after winning the championship, he felt untouchable.

Grammatical Forms of untouchable

past tense

untouched

plural

untouchables

comparative

more untouchable

superlative

most untouchable

present tense

untouchable

future tense

will be untouchable

perfect tense

has been untouchable

continuous tense

is being untouchable

singular

untouchable

positive degree

untouchable

infinitive

to untouch

gerund

untouching

participle

untouched

Origin and Evolution of untouchable

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Sanskrit
Story behind the word: The word 'untouchable' originated in Hindu society in India, where it referred to a class of people considered impure and therefore not to be touched by those of higher social status.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'untouchable' has evolved to also refer to something or someone that is beyond criticism or reproach, as well as to describe something that is impossible to achieve or attain.