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immeasurable

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/ɪˈmɛʒərəbl/

beyond measure

Etymology
Etymology Information

'immeasurable' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'immensurabilis,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'mensurabilis' meant 'measurable.'

Historical Evolution

'immensurabilis' transformed into the Old French word 'immensurable,' and eventually became the modern English word 'immeasurable.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not capable of being measured,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

too large, extensive, or extreme to measure.

The universe is immeasurable in its vastness.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39