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Meaning of unutterable
The primary meaning of "unutterable" is something that cannot be expressed or described in words.
Etymology of unutterable
The word "unutterable" has its roots in the Old English words "un" meaning "not" and "utterian" meaning "to speak or declare", with the prefix "un-" added to the verb "utter" which comes from Old English "utterian" and is related to the Old Norse "ut" meaning "out" and "thruta" meaning "to thrust or push", historically used to describe something that cannot be expressed or spoken due to its enormity or extremity.
Synonyms
ineffable
inexpressible
untold
unspoken
indescribable
indefinable
incommunicable
uncommunicable
unspeakable
inarticulate
voiceless
mute
silent
unuttered
unexpressed
inenarrable
ineffable
inaudible
unpronounceable
incoherent
incomprehensible
inexplicable
unknowable
unsayable
inexpressive
speechless
wordless
dumb
inarticulable
Definitions
- Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words
- * Impossible to utter or speak
Usage Examples
- The unutterable sadness in her eyes was heartbreaking
- * The unutterable joy of seeing her again after so many years was overwhelming
Antonyms
expressible
utterable
communicable
speakable
audible
articulate
coherent
comprehensible
explicable
knowable
sayable
expressive
vocal
voiced
spoken
declared
stated
voiced
verbalized
spoken
enunciated