How Do You Spell IMPASSIBLE?

Pronunciation: [ɪmpˈasəbə͡l] (IPA)

The word "Impassible" is spelled with the letter combination "-ssib-" instead of "-sib-", as one might expect from its root word "passible". This is due to the phonetic value of the letter "i" in this context, where it is pronounced as a short "i" sound (as in "impossible") rather than a long "i" sound (as in "hi"). Therefore, the correct IPA phonetic transcription for "Impassible" is /ɪmˈpæsɪbl/ with a short "i" sound in the second syllable.

IMPASSIBLE Meaning and Definition

1. Impassible is an adjective that describes the state or quality of being incapable of being passed through, crossed, or penetrated. It refers to something that cannot be traversed, crossed over, or overcome. Impassible is often used to describe physical barriers or obstacles that are impenetrable and cannot be crossed. For example, a deep ravine with steep sides may be impassible, as it cannot be crossed by a person or vehicle due to its sheer drop and lack of a bridge or safe passage.

   Beyond its literal meaning, impassible can also be used metaphorically to describe emotional or psychological states. In this context, it signifies a state of being unresponsive or not easily affected by certain emotions or experiences. For instance, a person may be described as impassible if they remain composed and unaffected in the face of tragedy or loss, appearing stoic and unaffected by emotional turmoil.

   Impassible can also imply unchangeability or immutability. It may describe something that is not capable of being altered, modified, or swayed. For instance, a law that is written in a way that cannot be amended or an unyielding stance that cannot be compromised may both be referred to as impassible.

2. Incapable of pain, passion, or suffering; that cannot be affected or disturbed by external causes.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for IMPASSIBLE *

• impssible 33.3333333%
• imposible 22.2222222%
• impasssible 22.2222222%
• impsible 22.2222222%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

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Etymology of IMPASSIBLE

The word "impassible" originated from the Latin term "impassibilis". It is formed by combining the prefix "im-" (meaning "not" or "without") with the root word "passibilis" (meaning "that can suffer or be affected"). Thus, "impassibilis" can be translated as "not able to be affected" or "not capable of feeling or suffering". This Latin term eventually evolved into the English adjective "impassible", retaining the meaning of being unable to experience pain, suffering, or change.

Similar spelling word for IMPASSIBLE

• impossible.