Impenetrability

usgb/ɪmˌpenɪtrəˈbɪləti/
noun

The quality of not being able to passed through or entered.

The impenetrability of the old fortress walls was impressive.
Visual representation of "impenetrability" - The quality of not being able to passed through or entered

Often appears as...

  • impenetrability of the wall
  • impossibility of impenetrability
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Physical Barrier

Refers to literal obstruction like walls, shields, or natural barriers that can't be passed through.

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The impenetrability of the safe made it impossible for thieves to access the contents.
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Security

Often used to describe high-level security measures or materials that cannot easily be compromised.

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The impenetrability of the company's cybersecurity system kept all data safe.
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Metaphoric Use

Used metaphorically to imply something is very strong, it often relates to strength or resilience.

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His willpower was admired for its impenetrability in face of adversities.
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