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Meaning of insoluble
The primary meaning of the word "insoluble" is something that cannot be solved or explained.
Etymology of insoluble
The word "insoluble" has its roots in Latin, where "insolubilis" means "that cannot be loosened or dissolved"
Historically, the word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe problems or substances that cannot be solved or dissolved
Over time, the word has expanded to include a range of meanings related to complexity, inexplicability, and resistance to solution
Synonyms
intractable
irresolvable
unsolvable
impenetrable
incomprehensible
inexplicable
unfathomable
enigmatic
puzzling
perplexing
baffling
confusing
unclear
ambiguous
obscure
abstruse
recondite
arcane
mysterious
indefinable
indescribable
inexpressible
unexplainable
unintelligible
insolvable
inextricable
intricate
complex
complicated
knotty
problematic
difficult
stubborn
recalcitrant
refractory
unyielding
obstinate
intransigent
uncooperative
resistant
impervious
inaccessible
unreachable
unattainable
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "insoluble" can be defined as:
- * Unable to be solved or explained
- * Unable to be dissolved in a liquid, especially water
- * In chemistry, incapable of being dissolved
- * Additional definitions include being impossible to resolve or explain, and being resistant to solution or explanation
Usage Examples
- The detective was faced with an insoluble problem: a murder with no leads or suspects
- * The insoluble nature of the puzzle made it a frustrating challenge for the team
- * The chemical compound was insoluble in water, making it difficult to mix with other substances
Antonyms
soluble
resolvable
explainable
comprehensible
intelligible
straightforward
simple
easy
manageable
tractable
solvable
answerable
decipherable
interpretable
transparent
clear
obvious
apparent
evident
explicit
understandable
accessible
reachable
attainable
cooperative
yielding
responsive
receptive
open