Unfathomable

usgb/ʌnˈfæðəməbl/
adjective

Something that is very difficult or impossible to understand or grasp.

The universe is vast and unfathomable.
Visual representation of "unfathomable" - Something that is very difficult or impossible to understand or grasp

Often appears as...

  • unfathomable depths
  • unfathomable mystery
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Abstract Concepts

Use 'unfathomable' to describe complex ideas or things not easily measured or understood.

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The concept of infinity is unfathomable to many.
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Emotional Impact

'Unfathomable' can express a strong emotional response to the vastness or complexity of something.

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Her kindness was truly unfathomable.
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Hyperbolic Usage

Sometimes used to exaggerate for dramatic effect, not to be taken literally.

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He had an unfathomable amount of homework.
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abstrusearcanecomprehensiblecrypticenigmaticesotericinscrutablemysteriousunknowable
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