immeasurable
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- immeasurability noun
- immeasurableness noun
- immeasurably adverb
Etymology
Origin of immeasurable
First recorded in 1350–1400, immeasurable is from the Middle English word immesurable. See im- 2, measurable
Example Sentences
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"Known for his generous spirit and kind heart, Kamran brought warmth and strength to everyone he met. His absence leaves an immeasurable void in the lives of all who knew him."
From BBC
“Cary was a rare soul: generous, thoughtful, and endlessly committed to his craft. His loss is immeasurable. My heart is with his family, friends, and all who loved him.”
From Los Angeles Times
Spending time with his clothes — pinstriped suits accented with sinewy leather, belts embellished with coins and cowrie shells, or delicate yet stiff snakeskin pants — one is struck by the immeasurable depths of his inspiration.
From Los Angeles Times
Nuñez described the stolen jewels "priceless" and "of immeasurable heritage value".
From BBC
"Roei was a pillar of strength within the community, and his death is an immeasurable loss for us," they wrote in a post on Instagram.
From BBC
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