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Meaning of unendurable
The primary meaning of the word "unendurable" is something that cannot be tolerated or borne.
Etymology of unendurable
The word "unendurable" originates from the prefix "un-" meaning not, and "endurable" from Old French "endurer" meaning to tolerate, which is derived from Latin "indurare" meaning to harden, from "in-" meaning on or upon, and "durare" meaning to last
Historically, the word has been used to describe situations, conditions, or experiences that are extremely difficult to tolerate or survive
Synonyms
unbearable
intolerable
insufferable
unmanageable
unacceptable
insupportable
excruciating
agonizing
torturous
distressing
unpleasant
disagreeable
offensive
objectionable
repellent
repugnant
hateful
odious
loathsome
disgusting
sickening
nauseating
revolting
repulsive
abhorrent
appalling
horrific
dreadful
fearsome
formidable
overwhelming
crushing
oppressive
burdensome
onerous
grievous
harsh
severe
stringent
rigid
inflexible
unyielding
relentless
merciless
pitiless
unforgiving
unrelenting
Definitions
- Unable to be tolerated or endured, extremely unpleasant or painful
- * Causing great suffering or discomfort, impossible to bear
Usage Examples
- The pain was unendurable, and she had to take strong medication to alleviate it
- * The working conditions in the factory were unendurable, with extreme heat and lack of ventilation
- * The noise from the construction site was unendurable, making it impossible to concentrate