unalterable

[ uhn-awl-ter-uh-buhl ]

adjective

1. not capable of being altered, changed, or modified.

unalterable

/ ʌnˈɔːltərəbəl; -ˈɔːltrəbəl /

adjective

1. (of a condition, truth, etc) unable to be changed or altered

Other Words From

• un·alter·a·ble·ness un·alter·a·bili·ty noun
• un·alter·a·bly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of unalterable¹

First recorded in 1610–15; un- ¹ + alterable

Example Sentences

It’s also where I learned about the unalterable power of natural forces.

From Outside Online

Unalterable” is code for “we have no intention of changing the system, period.

From The Daily Beast

The silence, profound, unalterable, was the silence in the soul that lies behind all passion and distress.

From Project Gutenberg

The drooping spirits of his party were revived by the report of his progress and his unalterable confidence.

From Project Gutenberg

Can a stronger proof be given that the impression of their form is not unalterable?

From Project Gutenberg

Edward Henry in the gloom caught Mr. Seven Sachs's unalterable observant smile across the table.

From Project Gutenberg

Her words express an unalterable resolution of mind: "I dwell amongst mine own people."

From Project Gutenberg