inalterable
|in-al-ter-a-ble|
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/ɪnˈɔːltərəbl/
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/ɪnˈɔːlt(ə)rəb(ə)l/
not able to be changed
Etymology
'inalterable' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inalterabilis', where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'alterare' meant 'to change'.
'inalterabilis' changed into Late Latin/Medieval Latin forms and influenced Old French 'inaltérable', and eventually entered English as the modern word 'inalterable'.
Initially, it meant 'not able to be changed', and over time this basic meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not able to be changed; unchangeable.
The document was declared inalterable once it had been signed.
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Adjective 2
not liable to be affected or influenced; steadfast or constant (used of opinions, rules, principles, etc.).
Her inalterable stance on the issue earned both criticism and respect.
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