inseparable
Americanadjective
noun
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inseparable objects, qualities, etc.
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inseparable companions or friends.
adjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of inseparable
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Latin word insēparābilis. See in- 3, separable
Explanation
People or things that are inseparable can't be separated. It's like they're glued together. Usually, this word applies to people and is a bit of an exaggeration. Two friends who hang out every day are considered inseparable. Two people who are in love and spend most of their time together are inseparable. It's not that they can't be separated, but they don't want to be. Inseparable people love being together.
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Example Sentences
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For many Indians, Ratan Tata's philanthropy and leadership had become inseparable from the brand.
From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2026
“This location on the Rocky steps is inseparable from the story of the statue,” Philadelphia’s chief cultural officer and public art director wrote in a letter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
Abdullahi, who grew up in Ethiopia, has always understood food as inseparable from community.
From Salon ● Sep. 27, 2026
The two soon became inseparable, working in construction together and training as mixed martial arts fighters.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
“Did I never give her a burning love, inseparable from jealousy at all times, and from sharp pain, while she speaks thus to me! Let her call me mad, let her call me mad!”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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