Impossible

usgb/ɪmˈpɑːsəbl/
adjective

Not able to occur, exist or be done.

It's impossible to finish the task in one day.
Visual representation of "impossible" - Not able to occur, exist or be done.

Often appears as...

  • impossible task
  • impossible situation
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Literal Impossibility

Used to state something cannot happen due to laws of nature or limitations.

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Flying unaided like a bird is impossible for humans.
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Hyperbolic Expression

Often used to emphasize the difficulty of a task, not always literal.

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Climbing that mountain in a day seems impossible.
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Emphasize Futility

Indicates that effort will not change the outcome, suggesting giving up.

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Arguing with him is impossible; he never listens.
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