impenetrability
Americannoun
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the state or quality of being impenetrable.
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Physics. that property of matter by virtue of which two bodies cannot occupy the same space simultaneously.
Etymology
Origin of impenetrability
First recorded in 1655–65; impenetr(able) + -ability
Example Sentences
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The picture’s core flaw remains Phoenix’s Napoleonic impenetrability.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2023
Within hours, its impenetrability was exposed as flawed.
From BBC • Oct. 8, 2023
His perceived role as the series' reluctant hero is naturally appealing, while his apparent impenetrability is meant to draw us in and make us want to know more about him.
From Salon • Oct. 19, 2022
Yet as a theatrical experience, a great deal of somberness and impenetrability can blot out the subtler qualities, no matter how lovely they are, and leave you feeling trapped.
From Washington Post • Dec. 7, 2019
It had an ominous feel to it, a feel of impenetrability.
From "Messenger" by Lois Lowry
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