unfixable

unfixable — adjective

  • unfixablepositive
  • more unfixablecomparative
  • most unfixablesuperlative

1. describes a broken object, relationship, or situation that cannot be repaired, c

1.形容詞B2
釋義

describes a broken object, relationship, or situation that cannot be repaired, corrected, or made to work properly again.

例句

Jin tried to restart his laptop, but the damage to the screen was unfixable.

unfixable + noun describing the broken item

The crack in the old ceramic vase ran too deep to be anything but unfixable.

同義詞
  • irreparable

    more formal, typically used for abstract damage like reputation or trust

  • unsalvageable

    suggests something beyond saving, often for projects or objects

  • incurable

    restricted to medical conditions or deeply ingrained problems

反義詞
  • fixable

    can be repaired or corrected with effort

  • repairable

    can be mended, usually of physical objects

文法句型

unfixable + noun

be + unfixable

seem/felt + unfixable

用法筆記

Commonly describes mechanical or electronic failures, relationship breakdowns, or systemic problems. For medical conditions, prefer 'incurable' or 'irreversible'.

常見錯誤

❌This math problem is unfixable.
✅This math problem is unsolvable.
💡'unfixable' is for broken physical objects or damaged situations, not for puzzles or abstract questions that need a correct answer.
❌One small scratch on the table — it is unfixable.
✅One small scratch on the table
💡it is not fixable without repainting.' — 'unfixable' implies permanent or severe damage, not minor issues.