indissoluble

IPA/ˌɪndɪˈsɒljəbl/
IPA/ˌɪndɪˈsɑːljəbl/

indissoluble — adjective

  • indissolublepositive
  • more indissolublecomparative
  • most indissolublesuperlative

1. describing a bond, connection, or union that is so strong it cannot be broken, e

1.形容詞C1
釋義

describing a bond, connection, or union that is so strong it cannot be broken, ended, or destroyed — used especially of relationships, alliances, or abstract links that are meant to last forever.

例句

Elena and Henrik's friendship had formed an indissoluble bond that lasted for over forty years.

collocation: indissoluble bond (abstract relationship)

The treaty created an indissoluble alliance between the two nations, committing them to mutual defence.

collocation: indissoluble alliance

同義詞
  • unbreakable

    more common and concrete; can describe both physical objects and abstract bonds

  • indestructible

    emphasises resistance to any kind of damage, not just breaking

  • permanent

    broader term; implies lasting forever without emphasising strength

  • enduring

    stresses lasting over time despite difficulties, slightly less forceful

反義詞
  • temporary

    lasting only for a limited period

  • fragile

    easily broken or damaged, opposite in strength

用法筆記

Used almost exclusively with abstract nouns such as bond, link, connection, union, alliance, and relationship. Only rarely applied to physical objects.

常見錯誤

❌The plastic container is indissoluble.
✅The plastic container is unbreakable.
💡'indissoluble' describes abstract bonds and unions, not physical objects.