inseparable

[in-sep-er-uh-buhl, -sep-ruh-]

adjective

1. incapable of being separated, parted, or disjoined.

   inseparable companions.

noun

1. inseparable objects, qualities, etc.

2. inseparable companions or friends.

inseparable

/ -ˈsɛprə-, ɪnˈsɛpərəbəl /

adjective

1. incapable of being separated or divided

Other Word Forms

• inseparably adverb
• inseparability noun
• inseparableness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of inseparable¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Latin word insēparābilis. See in- ³, separable

Example Sentences

“They did scouts together, Sunday school together, played soccer for the same club, almost in the same positions. They were inseparable.”

From Los Angeles Times

Her sudden death has rattled the zoo staff she once dazzled and left a mark on her best friend Tule, who she has been inseparable from since they were cubs.

From Los Angeles Times

In China, a foreign ministry spokesperson told the AFP news agency that "Gaza belongs to the Palestinian people and is an inseparable part of Palestinian territory".

From BBC

"Dua and Kosovo have always been inseparable. From the world's biggest stages to the hearts of millions, she's carried our story with strength, pride, and grace," Osamni wrote in a post on X.

From BBC

For many Buddhists, the jewels are inseparable from the sacred remains and meant to be venerated, not sold.

From BBC

Related Words

• indivisible 
• integral